2521. Purity requires modesty, an integral part of temperance. Modesty protects the intimate center of the person. It means refusing to unveil what should remain hidden. It is ordered to chastity to whose sensitivity it bears witness. It guides how one looks at others and behaves toward them in conformity with the dignity of persons and their solidarity.
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
364. What is the relationship between freedom and responsibility?
566. What places are conducive to prayer?
207. What is life everlasting?
336. With what authority is the priestly ministry exercised?
187. How do the Bishops exercise their function of governing?
507. What attitude should people have toward animals?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What does Wisdom 8:7 teach us about wisdom as a source of virtue and honor?
What does it mean to love your neighbor as yourself according to James 2:8, and why is it important?
What does the Bible say about loving and serving your brothers and sisters?
What was David’s attitude toward Mephibosheth, and what can we learn from this story?
How does Esther’s story tell the Jewish people’s story of redemption?
What does Hosea 7:14-16 reveal about God’s judgment against hypocrisy?
