1889. Without the help of grace, men would not know how “to discern the often narrow path between the cowardice which gives in to evil, and the violence which under the illusion of fighting evil only makes it worse.”13 This is the path of charity, that is, of the love of God and of neighbor. Charity is the greatest social commandment. It respects others and their rights. It requires the practice of justice, and it alone makes us capable of it. Charity inspires a life of self-giving: “Whoever seeks to gain his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life will preserve it.”14
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
122. What are the results of the sacrifice of Christ on the cross?
186. How do Bishops exercise their ministry of sanctification?
514. To what type of work does every person have a right?
19. How is Sacred Scripture to be read?
306. Why can venial sins also be the object of sacramental confession?
549. How does the Holy Spirit intervene in the Church’s prayer?
8. What are the next stages of God’s Revelation?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
The story of Daniel in the lions’ den (Daniel 6)
What is the church’s role in promoting reconciliation according to Philemon 1:6?
How important is Jesus’ resurrection, and what can we learn from his appearance to the disciples?
What was David’s attitude toward Mephibosheth, and what can we learn from this story?
What is the significance of Christ being the Head of Creation, as mentioned in Colossians 1:15-17?
What are Daniel’s visions of the golden image and the four beasts?
