2285. Scandal takes on a particular gravity by reason of the authority of those who cause it or the weakness of those who are scandalized. It prompted our Lord to utter this curse: “Whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in me to sin, it would be better for him to have a great millstone fastened round his neck and to be drowned in the depth of the sea.”85 Scandal is grave when given by those who by nature or office are obliged to teach and educate others. Jesus reproaches the scribes and Pharisees on this account: he likens them to wolves in sheep’s clothing.86
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281. In what way does the Church participate in the eucharistic sacrifice?
3. How is it possible to know God with only the light of human reason?
72. What was the original condition of the human person according to the plan of God?
402. What is the relationship between the person and society?
255. Starting when and to whom has the Church administered Baptism?
128. Why is the Resurrection at the same time a transcendent occurrence?
442. What is implied in the affirmation of God: “I am the Lord your God” (Exodus 20:2)?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What can we learn about the desire to always be with a loved one from Songs 3:1-5 and 6:1-3?
What can we learn about divine wrath and protection of the righteous from the book of Nahum?
What is the relationship between love and obedience according to the Bible?
How is God’s justice manifested in the midst of suffering, according to Job 34:10-12?
How does Ruth’s story teach us about integrity and honesty?
What is God’s judgment on corruption and oppression according to Micah 3:1-4?
