Paragraph 1973

1973. Besides its precepts, the New Law also includes the evangelical counsels. the traditional distinction between God’s commandments and the evangelical counsels is drawn in relation to charity, the perfection of Christian life. the precepts are intended to remove whatever is incompatible with charity. the aim of the counsels is to remove whatever might hinder the development of charity, even if it is not contrary to it.32


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325. What are the degrees that make up the sacrament of Holy Orders?

93. What does the heart of Jesus exemplify?

10. What is the value of private revelations?

445. What does God prohibit by his command, “You shall not have other gods before me” (Exodus 20:2)?

328. What is the effect of ordination to the priesthood?

303. What are the acts of the penitent?

574. What are the difficulties in prayer?


Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:

The search for true love is a theme present in the Bible. What can we learn about this subject from the book of Songs?

How important is Esther’s purpose and mission in Esther 4:14?

What is the divine nature of Jesus Christ, as described in Mark 1:1?

What is the meaning of being “blameless” according to the 2 Peter 3:14 passage?

How did a woman’s faith heal her of a hemorrhage, according to Matthew 9:20-22?

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 are Deuteronomy’s teachings on gratitude to God?