2534. The tenth commandment unfolds and completes the ninth, which is concerned with concupiscence of the flesh. It forbids coveting the goods of another, as the root of theft, robbery, and fraud, which the seventh commandment forbids. “Lust of the eyes” leads to the violence and injustice forbidden by the fifth commandment.318 Avarice, like fornication, originates in the idolatry prohibited by the first three prescriptions of the Law.319 The tenth commandment concerns the intentions of the heart; with the ninth, it summarizes all the precepts of the Law.
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408. What is involved in the common good?
325. What are the degrees that make up the sacrament of Holy Orders?
395. When does one commit a mortal sin?
500. How should children be considered?
598. What is the meaning of the final Amen?
174. Why is the Church apostolic?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What are the story and life lessons drawn from the Ascension of Solomon in 1 Kings 1-2?
What does 2 Corinthians 9:6-8 teach us about generosity and prosperity?
What does it mean to be a new creature in Christ, as described in 2 Corinthians 5:17?
What is the message of Nahum 1:7-8 about God’s faithfulness in the midst of chaos?
The Light of the World: Jesus is the light that illuminates the darkness (John 8:12)
What does the book of Hosea teach us about God’s unwavering love for his people?
Who was Hezekiah in the Bible and how does his story teach us about the importance of trusting God?
