2218. The fourth commandment reminds grown children of their responsibilities toward their parents. As much as they can, they must give them material and moral support in old age and in times of illness, loneliness, or distress. Jesus recalls this duty of gratitude.23
For the Lord honored the father above the children, and he confirmed the right of the mother over her sons. Whoever honors his father atones for sins, and whoever glorifies his mother is like one who lays up treasure. Whoever honors his father will be gladdened by his own children, and when he prays he will be heard. Whoever glorifies his father will have long life, and whoever obeys the Lord will refresh his mother.24
O son, help your father in his old age, and do not grieve him as long as he lives; even if he is lacking in understanding, show forbearance; in all your strength do not despise him…. Whoever forsakes his father is like a blasphemer, and whoever angers his mother is cursed by the Lord.25
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
205. What happens to our body and our soul after death?
119. In what way did Christ offer himself to the Father?
350. Why is the Christian family called a domestic church?
476. Are the transplant and donation of organs allowed before and after death?
589. How is the Name of God made holy in us and in the world?
410. How does one participate in bringing about the common good?
539. What is the role of prayer in the mission of the prophets?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
How important is Esther’s purpose and mission in Esther 4:14?
The Beatitudes: Understanding Their Meaning and Importance (Matthew 5:3-11)
How Obedience to God Can Lead to Victory: An Analysis of the Siege of Jericho (Joshua 6)?
What is the story of Naaman and how did faith and obedience cure him of leprosy?
What lessons can we learn from Haman’s fall in Esther 7:7-8?
What is the true nature of evil, according to the story of Job described in Job 2:1-13?
