Paragraph 447

447. Jesus ascribes this title to himself in a veiled way when he disputes with the Pharisees about the meaning of Psalm 110, but also in an explicit way when he addresses his apostles. Throughout his public life, he demonstrated his divine sovereignty by works of power over nature, illnesses, demons, death and sin.


Aprofunde seus conhecimentos

366. What place does human freedom have in the plan of salvation?

240. What is the purpose of holy images?

131. What is the saving meaning of the Resurrection?

411. How does society ensure social justice?

198. What kind of devotion is directed to the holy Virgin?

519. In what way do Christians participate in political and social life?

430. Why does the Magisterium of the Church act in the field of morality?


Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:

Saul’s Character and the Consequences of His Choices: A Case Study in Leadership (1 Samuel 9-15)

What can we learn from Judith’s victory in Judith 16:1-3?

How can we cultivate peace in the church and in our personal lives, as guided by 2 Thessalonians 3:16?

How do the Psalms teach us to be more sensitive to God’s presence (Psalm 139:1-4)?

Forgiveness and Reconciliation: Lessons from the Meeting of Jacob and Esau (Genesis 33:1-20)

How important is the reorganization of the Jerusalem temple described in 2 Maccabees 10:1-9?

What does the “gospel of peace” mentioned in Nahum 1:15 mean, and how does it relate to the fear of God?