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2684. In the communion of saints, many and varied spiritualities have been developed throughout the history of the churches. the personal charism of some witnesses to God’s love for men has been handed on, like “the spirit” of Elijah to Elisha and John the Baptist, so that their followers may have a share in this spirit.43 A distinct spirituality can also arise at the point of convergence of liturgical and theological currents, bearing witness to the integration of the faith into a particular human environment and its history. the different schools of Christian spirituality share in the living tradition of prayer and are essential guides for the faithful. In their rich diversity they are refractions of the one pure light of the Holy Spirit.

The Spirit is truly the dwelling of the saints and the saints are for the Spirit a place where he dwells as in his own home since they offer themselves as a dwelling place for God and are called his temple.44


Aprofunde seus conhecimentos

69. How do the soul and body form a unity in the human being?

414. How is human solidarity manifested?

574. What are the difficulties in prayer?

354. What is the relationship between the sacraments and the death of a Christian?

546. How did the Virgin Mary pray?

445. What does God prohibit by his command, “You shall not have other gods before me” (Exodus 20:2)?

168. Who belongs to the Catholic Church?


Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:

What is the example of Sodom and Gomorrah and what are the consequences of immorality and perversion according to the Bible?

How did a woman’s faith heal her of a hemorrhage, according to Matthew 9:20-22?

What does James 5:7-11 teach us about patience in times of suffering?

Understanding God’s Wrath – Habakkuk 1:2-4

What is the true nature of evil, according to the story of Job described in Job 2:1-13?

What is the responsibility of Christian leaders according to James 3:1-12?

What does the Bible teach about God’s final judgment, and what does Malachi 3:18 tell us about it?