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41. All creatures bear a certain resemblance to God, most especially man, created in the image and likeness of God. the manifold perfections of creatures – their truth, their goodness, their beauty all reflect the infinite perfection of God. Consequently we can name God by taking his creatures” perfections as our starting point, “for from the greatness and beauty of created things comes a corresponding perception of their Creator”.


Aprofunde seus conhecimentos

428. Are all called to Christian holiness?

501. What can spouses do when they do not have children?

491. In what way is everyone called to live chastity?

255. Starting when and to whom has the Church administered Baptism?

497. When is it moral to regulate births?

250. How are the sacraments of the Church divided?

193. What can the consecrated life give to the mission of the Church?


Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:

What is the meaning of being “blameless” according to the 2 Peter 3:14 passage?

God’s chosen people: What does the book of Leviticus teach us about the choice and holiness of God’s people? (Leviticus 20:26)

What is the role of divine providence in the lives of the faithful? Can we find examples of this in the book of Tobias?

How does Job 38:1-11 reveal God’s sovereignty in the midst of suffering?

What are Deuteronomy’s teachings on gratitude to God?

What is the River of Life and the Tree of Life mentioned in Revelation 22:1-5 and what is their importance to the promise of eternal life?

What is the importance of fellowship with Christ according to 1 Corinthians 1:9?