576. In the eyes of many in Israel, Jesus seems to be acting against essential institutions of the Chosen People: – submission to the whole of the Law in its written commandments and, for the Pharisees, in the interpretation of oral tradition; – the centrality of the Temple at Jerusalem as the holy place where God’s presence dwells in a special way; – faith in the one God whose glory no man can share.
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464. What are the duties of citizens in regard to civil authorities?
406. When is authority exercised in a legitimate way?
195. What else does “the communion of saints” mean?
280. In what way is the Eucharist a memorial of the sacrifice of Christ?
429. How does the Church nourish the moral life of a Christian?
483. When is it morally permitted to use military force?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
How important is wisdom in mate selection and marriage according to Proverbs 18:22?
What can we learn about the growth of the early church in Jerusalem from Acts 2:41-47?
What was the story of King Amon’s violent death and rebellion in 2 Kings 21-22?
What does the Bible say about the true source of comfort in times of trouble?
