Paragraph 476

476. Since the Word became flesh in assuming a true humanity, Christ’s body was finite. Therefore the human face of Jesus can be portrayed; at the seventh ecumenical council (Nicaea II in 787) the Church recognized its representation in holy images to be legitimate.


Aprofunde seus conhecimentos

552. How can adoration be defined?

517. What are the duties of workers?

407. What is the common good?

336. With what authority is the priestly ministry exercised?

387. What is hope?

239. What are the criteria for the proper use of singing and music in liturgical celebrations?

447. How does one respect the holiness of the Name of God?


Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:

How the Annunciation Story Can Inspire Us to Trust God (Luke 1:26-38)

What is meant by the statement that the love of God is revealed in Christ, as mentioned in 2 Timothy 1:9?

What does James 5:7-11 teach us about patience in times of suffering?

How are God’s justice and mercy revealed in Isaiah? (Isaiah 58:1-14)

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

What is the meaning of David’s song of gratitude to God?

The Creation of the Universe and Man: What Does the Book of Genesis Teach Us? (Genesis 1:1-31)