Faith Quote by Joseph Pohle
““—With the sole exception of Penance, which demands certain supernatural acts (faith, contrition, etc.) either as quasi-matter, or at least as a necessary condition, the possession of the true faith is not an indispensable requisite for the valid reception of the Sacraments on the part of the subject.””
About This Quote
Source Theological text: "Canon Law Commentary", 1998
True faith is not required for valid sacrament reception, except for penance which needs specific acts.
In simple terms: Faith isn’t essential for sacraments, except penance.
Key Takeaway
Understand sacramental validity beyond personal belief.
Themes
theology
faith
sacraments
religious practice
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
neutral
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- church participation
- personal confession
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
canonical law
ecclesiology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view affect your perception of faith?
- Can sacraments be meaningful without belief?
A Different Perspective
Emphasizes sacramental grace independent of belief, which may challenge personal faith views.
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