2116. All forms of divination are to be rejected: recourse to Satan or demons, conjuring up the dead or other practices falsely supposed to “unveil” the future.48 Consulting horoscopes, astrology, palm reading, interpretation of omens and lots, the phenomena of clairvoyance, and recourse to mediums all conceal a desire for power over time, history, and, in the last analysis, other human beings, as well as a wish to conciliate hidden powers. They contradict the honor, respect, and loving fear that we owe to God alone.
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
588. What does “Hallowed be thy Name” mean?
594. Why do we say “Forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us”?
560. What is the way of our prayer?
53. Why was the world created?
50. What does it mean to say that God is almighty?
576. Is it possible to pray always?
329. How does a priest carry out his proper ministry?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What is the role of faith in the midst of suffering, according to Job 13:15-16?
What does the mutual admiration between loved ones mean in the book of Songs?
What is the importance of humility and repentance according to the book of Baruch?
