1886. Society is essential to the fulfillment of the human vocation. To attain this aim, respect must be accorded to the just hierarchy of values, which “subordinates physical and instinctual dimensions to interior and spiritual ones:”8
Human society must primarily be considered something pertaining to the spiritual. Through it, in the bright light of truth, men should share their knowledge, be able to exercise their rights and fulfill their obligations, be inspired to seek spiritual values; mutually derive genuine pleasure from the beautiful, of whatever order it be; always be readily disposed to pass on to others the best of their own cultural heritage; and eagerly strive to make their own the spiritual achievements of others. These benefits not only influence, but at the same time give aim and scope to all that has bearing on cultural expressions, economic, and social institutions, political movements and forms, laws, and all other structures by which society is outwardly established and constantly developed.9
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
494. What is the responsibility of civil authority in regard to chastity?
399. Do we have any responsibility for sins committed by others?
80. How is the Good News spread?
48. How does the Church express her trinitarian faith?
572. Why is prayer a “battle”?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What is the role of the Holy Spirit in the sanctification of the Christian?
Christ’s Return: What Do We Know and What Do We Hope (2 Thessalonians 2:1-12)?
What is the meaning of David’s song of gratitude to God?
What is the relationship between love and obedience according to the Bible?
What does Nahum 1:9 say about God’s mercy to those who repent?
What does the Bible teach about God’s final judgment, and what does Malachi 3:18 tell us about it?
What is Ahijah’s prophecy in 1 Kings 11 and what is its importance in Israel’s history?
