108 - The Biblical Roots of Social Doctrine
Crash Course Catholicism
Catholic social doctrine did not suddenly appear in the nineteenth century. Its roots reach back to the very foundations of Scripture. In this episode, we explore the biblical vision of social life: a world shaped by justice, mercy, solidarity, and the command to love one another. From the law and the prophets to the teaching of Christ, the Bible reveals that social responsibility is not an optional extra to the Christian life. Rather, it flows directly from who God is and who we are called to become. These biblical foundations form the heart of the Church’s social teaching today. This podcast relies 100% on the generosity of listeners. If you have found these episodes helpful and would like to support the future of Crash Course Catholicism, please consider donating via the following links: Donate via PayPal Support us on Patreon! Contact the podcast: www.caitlinwest.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crashcoursecatholicism/ References and further reading/listening/viewing: The Compendium of the Social Doctrine of the Catholic Church, Pts 1-50 JPII, Mulieris Dignitatem The Catechism of the Catholic Church, pts. 1906; 2062 Deuteronomy 15:7-8 Leviticus 19:33-34 John 13:34-35; 17:21-22 Catholic Answers, Natural Law
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Crash Course Catholicism breaks down the beliefs, traditions, and teachings of the Catholic Church in a way that's thoughtful, accessible, and engaging. The first 50 episodes of this podcast are a summary of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, while later episodes include deep dives into big questions about God, Scripture, Church history, the saints, morality, and the spiritual life. Our aim is to help you build a stronger understanding of the faith without requiring a theology degree.
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