These are the so called Commandments of the Church
(1) To keep the Sundays and Holy Days of obligation holy by hearing Mass and resting from servile work.
(2) To keep the days of fasting and abstinence appointed by the Church.
(3) To go to confession at least once a year.
(4) To receive the Blessed Sacrament at least once a year and that at Easter or thereabouts.
(5) To contribute to the support of our pastors.
(6) Not to marry within a certain degree of kindred nor to solemnize marriage at the forbidden times.
yes, its a cut and paste job. They should be listed in the catachism
2007-03-14 11:21:48
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answered by sngcanary 5
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Canon law, the ecclesiastical law of the Roman Catholic Church, is a fully developed legal system, with all the necessary elements: courts, lawyers, judges, a fully articulated legal code and principles of legal interpretation. The academic degrees in canon law are the J.C.B. (Juris Canonici Baccalaureatus, Bachelor of Canon Law, normally taken as a graduate degree), J.C.L. (Juris Canonici Licentiatus, Licentiate of Canon Law) and the J.C.D. (Juris Canonici Doctor, Doctor of Canon Law). Because of its specialized nature, advanced degrees in civil law or theology are normal prerequisites for the study of canon law.
A catechism (καÏηÏιsmÏÏ in Greek) is a summary or exposition of doctrine, traditionally used in Christian religious teaching from New Testament times to the present.[1] Catechisms are doctrinal manuals often in the form of questions followed by answers to be memorized, a format that has been used in non-religious or secular contexts as well (see FAQ).
Catechesis is an elementary form of religious instruction, typically oral, and traditionally under the guidance of a parent, pastor or priest, religious teacher, or other individuals in church roles (including a deacon, religious brother or sister, or nun) who poses set questions and prompts students (or disciples) toward understanding the answers given. Catechetics is the practice of this kind of instruction, or the study of it, including training in such instruction. [1] A catechist is one who engages in such religious instruction
2007-03-14 18:22:03
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answered by Anonymous
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Catholic spirituality places duty, honor and obligation before one's own rights. We are permitted to concern ourselves with our personal "rights" only after we have completely fulfilled the performance of our duties and obligations to God and to others.
'"A "precept" is a decree by which an obligation is directly and lawfully imposed on a specific person or persons to do or to omit something, especially in order to urge the observance of a law.'" (Canon Law # 49)
"The precepts of the Church are set in the context of a moral life bound to and nourished by liturgical life. The obligatory character of these positive laws decreed by the pastoral authorities is meant to guarantee to the faithful the indispensable minimum in the spirit of prayer and moral effort, in the growth in love of God and neighbor." (ccc, 2041)
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"You shall attend Mass on Sundays and holy days of obligation and rest from servile labor."
The first precept requires the faithful to sanctify the day commemorating the Resurrection of the Lord as well as the principal liturgical feasts honoring the mysteries of the Lord, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the saints; in the first place, by participating in the Eucharistic celebration, in which the Christian community is gathered, and by resting from those works and activities which could impede such a sanctification of these days. (ccc, 2042)
2. "You shall confess your sins at least once a year."
The second precept ensures preparation for the Eucharist by the reception of the sacrament of reconciliation, which continues Baptism's work of conversion and forgiveness. (ccc, 2042)
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"You shall humbly receive the sacrament of the Eucharist at least during the Easter season."
The third precept guarantees as a minimum the reception of the Lord's Body and Blood in connection with the Paschal feasts, the origin and center of the Christian liturgy. (ccc, 2042)
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"You shall observe the days of fasting and abstinence established by the Church."
The fourth precept ensures the times of abstinence and penance which prepare us for the liturgical feasts and help us acquire mastery over our instincts and freedom of heart. (ccc, 3043)
5. "You shall help to provide for the needs of the Church."
The fifth precept means that the faithful are obliged to assist with the material needs of the Church, each according to his own ability. (ccc, 2043)
2007-03-14 21:36:24
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answered by Sldgman 7
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7 Books maybe
2007-03-14 18:19:21
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answered by Troy G 2
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"But in Vain they do worship Me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men." Matthew 15:9
Jesus spoke to the religious leaders of His day:
"Full well ye reject the commandment of God, that ye may keep your own tradition." Mark 7:9
2007-03-14 18:21:33
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answered by RR 4
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