Paragraph 397

397. Man, tempted by the devil, let his trust in his Creator die in his heart and, abusing his freedom, disobeyed God’s command. This is what man’s first sin consisted of. All subsequent sin would be disobedience toward God and lack of trust in his goodness.


Aprofunde seus conhecimentos

384. What are the theological virtues?

300. What is interior penance?

259. What is required of one who is to be baptized?

250. How are the sacraments of the Church divided?

322. What is the sacrament of Holy Orders?

246. What are the privileged places inside sacred buildings?

586. What does the phrase “Who art in heaven” mean?


Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:

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

How important is gratitude in the story of the healing of the ten lepers, described in Luke 17:11-19?

How to be generous and share with those in need?

The Tower of Babel: What Does This Story Teach Us About God’s Sovereignty? (Genesis 11:1-9)

What is Ezekiel’s message about individual responsibility before God?

What is the importance of gratitude and contentment according to the book of Ecclesiastes?

What does the Bible say about the need to forgive, according to Colossians 3:13?