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The Thomistic Institute
The Sacraments in General: Character and Institution/Causation | Fr. Thomas Joseph White, O.P.
Apr 22, 2024
Fr. Thomas Joseph White, O.P., delves into the significance of sacramental character in baptism, confirmation, and holy orders, discussing their indelible mark. He explores Aquinas' theory on character, the importance of confession for spiritual growth, and the causes and institution of sacraments, including Christological causality. The podcast navigates the complexities of sacraments, ministerial intention, and sacramental validity despite human imperfections.
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- Sacraments like baptism confer an indelible character on the soul, representing a permanent spiritual transformation.
- The theology of character in sacraments like confirmation and holy orders emphasizes the irrepeatable nature of certain sacraments.
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Character Imprints a Permanent Change
Some sacraments like baptism, confirmation, and holy orders imprint an irrepeatable and indelible change on the spiritual soul. This mark or character cannot be undone, representing a significant transformation that remains permanent. Despite not explicitly mentioned in the New Testament, the theology of character is rooted in the historical liturgical practices of the Church, emphasizing the irrepeatable nature of certain sacraments.
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