408. The consequences of original sin and of all men’s personal sins put the world as a whole in the sinful condition aptly described in St. John’s expression, “the sin of the world”. This expression can also refer to the negative influence exerted on people by communal situations and social structures that are the fruit of men’s sins.
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
185. When is the infallibility of the Magisterium exercised?
128. Why is the Resurrection at the same time a transcendent occurrence?
535. Why is there a universal call to prayer?
171. What is the meaning of the affirmation “Outside the Church there is no salvation”?
358. What is the root of human dignity?
369. Are there acts which are always illicit?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What does God’s sovereignty over human history mean, as described in Zephaniah 1:15?
What does Malachi 2:1-2 mean about the danger of falling away from God?
What is the importance of faith in the Christian life, according to the Bible?
How important is courage and boldness according to Proverbs 28:1?
What is the role of leaders in the church according to 1 Timothy 3:1-13?
What does Nahum 1:9 say about God’s mercy to those who repent?
