2514. St. John distinguishes three kinds of covetousness or concupiscence: lust of the flesh, lust of the eyes, and pride of life.300 In the Catholic catechetical tradition, the ninth commandment forbids carnal concupiscence; the tenth forbids coveting another’s goods.
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101. In what sense is the life of Christ a Mystery?
539. What is the role of prayer in the mission of the prophets?
596. What does “Lead us not into temptation” mean?
400. What are structures of sin?
458. What are the duties that society has toward the family?
228. What is the relationship between the sacraments and faith?
253. How is Baptism prefigured in the Old Covenant?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What is the role of the Holy Spirit in the sanctification of the Christian?
What do the passages in Daniel 7 and 11 teach us about the rise of the antichrist?
How important is community in the midst of suffering, according to Job 42:10-11?
Jacob’s Wrestle with God: What is the significance of this story for us today?
Joseph’s story: How did God use Joseph’s story to fulfill his purposes?
