Paragraph 2380

2380. Adultery refers to marital infidelity. When two partners, of whom at least one is married to another party, have sexual relations – even transient ones – they commit adultery. Christ condemns even adultery of mere desire.170 The sixth commandment and the New Testament forbid adultery absolutely.171 The prophets denounce the gravity of adultery; they see it as an image of the sin of idolatry.172


Aprofunde seus conhecimentos

582. Why can we dare to draw near to God in full confidence?

202. What is the meaning of the term “body” (or “flesh”) and what importance does it have?

396. When does one commit a venial sin?

269. Who can receive this sacrament?

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

598. What is the meaning of the final Amen?

16. To whom is given the task of authentically interpreting the deposit of faith?


Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:

How important is the supremacy of Christ according to Colossians 1:15-20?

The Call and Commission of Moses: How did God call Moses to lead his people and what does this teach us about the Christian vocation? (Exodus 3-4)

How did King Asa restore true worship and win the war against Ethiopia in 1 Kings 15:9-24?

What is the significance of the founding of the church in Ephesus described in Acts 19:1-10?

What is the story of Naaman and how did faith and obedience cure him of leprosy?

How is prayer seen in the Psalms as an expression of dependence on God?

God’s Holiness and the Call to Holiness: What Does the Book of Leviticus Teach Us About God’s Holiness and Our Responsibility to Be Holy? (Leviticus 11:44-45; 19:2)