Paragraph 187

187. Such syntheses are called “professions of faith” since they summarize the faith that Christians profess. They are called “creeds” on account of what is usually their first word in Latin: credo (“I believe”). They are also called “symbols of faith”.


Aprofunde seus conhecimentos

335. What are the effects of the sacrament of Holy Orders?

245. What are sacred buildings?

151. In what way is the Church a mystery?

316. Who can receive the sacrament of the anointing of the sick?

251. How is Christian initiation brought about?

572. Why is prayer a “battle”?

425. What is the relationship between grace and human freedom?


Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:

How did Nehemiah deal with the division between rich and poor Jews in Nehemiah 5?

What is the seventy week prophecy in Daniel 9?

What is the alliance with the Romans and the continuation of the struggle for independence mentioned in 2 Maccabees 11:1-38?

What is the example of perseverance in waiting for God’s promises presented in the story of Zechariah and Elizabeth in Luke 1:5-25?

What is Amos’ criticism of superficial religion, and how does he highlight the importance of a genuine heart?

What does the phrase “we live by faith, not by sight” in 2 Corinthians 5:7 mean?

What does the Bible teach about God’s final judgment, and what does Malachi 3:18 tell us about it?