The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

Day 277: Agnosticism and Graven Images (2024)

Oct 3, 2024

Delve into the complexities of agnosticism, exploring its different forms and the importance of a personal relationship with the divine. Examine the biblical stance on graven images and how they relate to the first commandment. Discover how veneration of images can bridge the gap to God without crossing into idol worship. The conversation emphasizes the significance of belief and love toward God, while tackling the struggles of faith and morality inherent in the human experience.

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Agnosticism embodies a spectrum of beliefs regarding God's existence, presenting both a quest for understanding and a potential drift into uncertainty.

The veneration of sacred images, while rooted in affection for the divine, emphasizes that true worship should focus on God and not the image itself.

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Understanding Agnosticism

Agnosticism presents various perspectives on the existence of God, often refraining from outright denial while suggesting the possibility of a being beyond comprehension. This viewpoint encapsulates individuals who recognize a creator without making definitive claims about its nature or existence. Some agnostics genuinely search for God, while others display indifference, avoiding the ultimate questions of existence due to a sluggish moral conscience. This nuanced understanding of agnosticism illustrates both a potential journey toward faith and a retreat into uncertainty.

Intro

4min

Agnosticism and the Veneration of Images

2min

Exploring Faith and Agnosticism Through the First Commandment

4min

Understanding Graven Images and Christian Veneration

6min

As we reach the conclusion of the section on the first commandment, we end by taking a closer look at agnosticism and graven images. Fr. Mike unpacks the different forms that agnosticism can take. He also examines the veneration of images and their relation to the first commandment. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2127-2141.

This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB.

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Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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