YOUCAT the catechism for Catholic youth
302 How does one act justly?
One acts justly by always making sure to give to God and
one’s neighbor what is due to them. [1807, 1836]
The guiding principle of justice is: “To each his due”. A child with a disability and a highly gifted
child must be encouraged in different ways so that each may fulfill his potential. Justice is concerned with equity and longs to
see people get that to which they are entitled.
We must allow justice to govern our relations with God also and give him
what is his: our love and worship.
“Justice without mercy is unloving: mercy without justice is
degrading.” Friedrich von Bodelschwingh
(1831-1910 Lutheran theologian and founder of the Bethel Hospitals)
“Preach the word, be urgent in
season and out of season.” 2 Timothy 4:2
1807, 1836
The cardinal virtues
…….1807 Justice is
the moral virtue that consists in the constant and firm will to give their due
to God and neighbor. Justice toward God is called the "virtue of
religion." Justice toward men disposes one to respect the rights of each
and to establish in human relationships the harmony that promotes equity with
regard to persons and to the common good. The just man, often mentioned in the
Sacred Scriptures, is distinguished by habitual right thinking and the
uprightness of his conduct toward his neighbor. "You shall not be partial
to the poor or defer to the great, but in righteousness shall you judge your
neighbor."( Leviticus 19:15.)68 "Masters,
treat your slaves justly and fairly, knowing that you also have a Master in
heaven."( Colossians 4:1.)69 –Catechism of the Catholic
Church, Second Edition
IN BRIEF
…….1836 Justice consists in the
firm and constant will to give God and neighbor their due. --CCC
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