1851. It is precisely in the Passion, when the mercy of Christ is about to vanquish it, that sin most clearly manifests its violence and its many forms: unbelief, murderous hatred, shunning and mockery by the leaders and the people, Pilate’s cowardice and the cruelty of the soldiers, Judas’ betrayal – so bitter to Jesus, Peter’s denial and the disciples’ flight. However, at the very hour of darkness, the hour of the prince of this world,126 The sacrifice of Christ secretly becomes the source from which the forgiveness of our sins will pour forth inexhaustibly.
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
436. What does “Decalogue” mean?
132. What does the Ascension mean?
319. What are the effects of this sacrament?
483. When is it morally permitted to use military force?
338. For what ends has God instituted Matrimony?
566. What places are conducive to prayer?
153. Why is the Church the ‘people of God’?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What does the Bible say about the wrath of God and how does it relate to the need for salvation?
What is the importance of gratitude and contentment according to the book of Ecclesiastes?
David’s old age and death: the end of a life of ups and downs (2 Samuel 23, 24)
How important is the reorganization of the Jerusalem temple described in 2 Maccabees 10:1-9?
What does “giving thanks in all circumstances” mean in 1 Thessalonians 5:18?
What are the characteristics a Christian leader should have according to 1 Timothy 3:1-7?
