2811. In spite of the holy Law that again and again their Holy God gives them – “You shall be holy, for I the LORD your God am holy” – and although the Lord shows patience for the sake of his name, the people turn away from the Holy One of Israel and profane his name among the nations.74 For this reason the just ones of the old covenant, the poor survivors returned from exile, and the prophets burned with passion for the name.
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
557. What is the importance of Tradition in regard to prayer?
545. Why is our prayer efficacious?
467. Why is the legitimate defense of persons and of society not opposed to this norm?
64. What kind of bond exists between created things?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What can we learn about the desire to always be with a loved one from Songs 3:1-5 and 6:1-3?
What is the example of faith that the poor widow gives us in Luke 21:1-4?
What does the Bible say about loving and serving your brothers and sisters?
