613. Christ’s death is both the Paschal sacrifice that accomplishes the definitive redemption of men, through “the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world”,439 and the sacrifice of the New Covenant, which restores man to communion with God by reconciling him to God through the “blood of the covenant, which was poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins”.440
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179. Why did Christ institute an ecclesiastical hierarchy?
595. How is forgiveness possible?
34. What are the most ancient symbols (professions) of faith?
289. When does the Church oblige her members to participate at Holy Mass?
492. What are the principal sins against chastity?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What is the significance of Aeneas’ healing and Dorcas’ resurrection in Acts 9:32-43?
How the Annunciation Story Can Inspire Us to Trust God (Luke 1:26-38)
How to experience communion with God?
What is the importance of humility and repentance according to the book of Baruch?
What does the Bible say about the importance of honesty and integrity in Ecclesiasticus 20:1-11?
