2417. God entrusted animals to the stewardship of those whom he created in his own image.197 Hence it is legitimate to use animals for food and clothing. They may be domesticated to help man in his work and leisure. Medical and scientific experimentation on animals is a morally acceptable practice, if it remains within reasonable limits and contributes to caring for or saving human lives.
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
301. What forms does penance take in the Christian life?
196. In what sense is the Blessed Virgin Mary the Mother of the Church?
209. What is meant by the term “heaven”?
242. What is the function of the liturgical year?
465. When is a citizen forbidden to obey civil authorities?
229. Why are the sacraments efficacious?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What does Malachi 4:1 say about the punishment of the wicked?
What does the Bible teach about the importance of humility and modesty?
What does Nahum 1:9 say about God’s mercy to those who repent?
David’s old age and death: the end of a life of ups and downs (2 Samuel 23, 24)
What is Ahijah’s prophecy in 1 Kings 11 and what is its importance in Israel’s history?
