Paragraph 375

375. The Church, interpreting the symbolism of biblical language in an authentic way, in the light of the New Testament and Tradition, teaches that our first parents, Adam and Eve, were constituted in an original “state of holiness and justice”. This grace of original holiness was “to share in. . .divine life”.


Aprofunde seus conhecimentos

208. What is the particular judgment?

363. What is freedom?

403. What is the principle of subsidiarity?

207. What is life everlasting?

329. How does a priest carry out his proper ministry?

540. What is the importance of the Psalms in prayer?

466. Why must human life be respected?


Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:

What does “giving thanks in all circumstances” mean in 1 Thessalonians 5:18?

How important is caring for the dead in the Bible and what can we learn from the story of Tobiah and the burial of the dead?

What was the story of King Amon’s violent death and rebellion in 2 Kings 21-22?

What are Deuteronomy’s teachings on gratitude to God?

What was David’s reaction after sinning with Bathsheba, and how can we learn from his humility and quest for restoration?

What are the story and life lessons drawn from the Ascension of Solomon in 1 Kings 1-2?

God’s Covenant with David: An Eternal Commitment (2 Samuel 7)