Paragraph 2149

2149. Oaths which misuse God’s name, though without the intention of blasphemy, show lack of respect for the Lord. the second commandment also forbids magical use of the divine name.

[God’s] name is great when spoken with respect for the greatness of his majesty. God’s name is holy when said with veneration and fear of offending him.80


Aprofunde seus conhecimentos

337. What is the plan of God regarding man and woman?

188. What is the vocation of the lay faithful?

324. What place does the sacrament of Holy Orders have in the divine plan of salvation?

100. In what way is the spiritual motherhood of Mary universal?

74. What was the fall of the angels?

113. What were the accusations by which Jesus was condemned to death?

93. What does the heart of Jesus exemplify?


Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:

How important is caring for the dead in the Bible and what can we learn from the story of Tobiah and the burial of the dead?

What is God’s sovereignty and how does it relate to human freedom, as described in 2 Thessalonians 2:11-12?

What is the importance of prayer and intercession in the Christian life, according to 1 Timothy 2:1-4?

How can Christ’s return be a comfort in the midst of pain, according to 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18?

How important is God’s love to our lives, according to 1 John 4:8?

What is the example of faith that the poor widow gives us in Luke 21:1-4?

What was the religious reform implemented by King Hezekiah and how did it impact the history of Judah?