2241. The more prosperous nations are obliged, to the extent they are able, to welcome the foreigner in search of the security and the means of livelihood which he cannot find in his country of origin. Public authorities should see to it that the natural right is respected that places a guest under the protection of those who receive him.
Political authorities, for the sake of the common good for which they are responsible, may make the exercise of the right to immigrate subject to various juridical conditions, especially with regard to the immigrants’ duties toward their country of adoption. Immigrants are obliged to respect with gratitude the material and spiritual heritage of the country that receives them, to obey its laws and to assist in carrying civic burdens.
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
588. What does “Hallowed be thy Name” mean?
145. What does the Spirit do in the Church?
171. What is the meaning of the affirmation “Outside the Church there is no salvation”?
216. What is the hope of the new heavens and the new earth?
579. What is the place of the Our Father in the Scriptures?
494. What is the responsibility of civil authority in regard to chastity?
195. What else does “the communion of saints” mean?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
How to deal with anger and anger, according to Proverbs 15:1-2?
What is the importance of being faithful to sound doctrine?
What is the role of church leaders according to Ephesians 4:11-12?
What is the promise of the Messiah mentioned in Malachi 3:1-3?
