Paragraph 2481

2481. Boasting or bragging is an offense against truth. So is irony aimed at disparaging someone by maliciously caricaturing some aspect of his behavior.


Aprofunde seus conhecimentos

374. How is a moral conscience formed to be upright and truthful?

192. What is the consecrated life?

415. What is the moral law?

448. Why is a false oath forbidden?

510. When does the Church intervene in social areas?

240. What is the purpose of holy images?

267. What is the essential rite of Confirmation?


Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:

How important is Esther’s purpose and mission in Esther 4:14?

What are 5 important lessons about wisdom found in Baruch 3:9-12?

What does the Bible say about idolatry and what is its impact on the lives of God’s people, according to Hosea 4:12-13?

What is the message behind the parable of the Pharisee and the Publican?

Manna in the Wilderness: How did God provide manna for his people in the desert and what does this teach us about providing it? (Exodus 16)

How important is community in the midst of suffering, according to Job 42:10-11?

What is the role of God’s people in promoting social justice, according to Amos 5:24?