Paragraph 1874

1874. To choose deliberately – that is, both knowing it and willing it – something gravely contrary to the divine law and to the ultimate end of man is to commit a mortal sin. This destroys in us the charity without which eternal beatitude is impossible. Unrepented, it brings eternal death.


Aprofunde seus conhecimentos

168. Who belongs to the Catholic Church?

275. What are the names for this sacrament?

493. Although it says only “you shall not commit adultery” why does the sixth commandment forbid all sins against chastity?

583. How is it possible to address God as “Father”?

197. How does the Virgin Mary help the Church?

354. What is the relationship between the sacraments and the death of a Christian?

439. Why does the Decalogue constitute an organic unity?


Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:

What does the Bible teach us about how God is our refuge and strength in difficult times, how we can trust him and find peace amid adversity?

What is the importance of courage in standing up for the truth, according to the Bible in Philemon 1:8-9?

What is the importance of gratitude and recognition according to the book of Proverbs?

Moses’ Intercession: How does Moses’ intercession for his people teach us about prayer and God’s mercy? (Exodus 32-34)

What do Daniel’s visions of the ram and the goat in Daniel 8 mean?

Saul’s Character and the Consequences of His Choices: A Case Study in Leadership (1 Samuel 9-15)

How important is the Word of God in the Christian life according to 2 Timothy 3:16-17?