Vatican II In A Year Day 303: GS 12-13: Things on earth should be related to Man
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Oct 30, 2025 Discover how all creations are centered on humanity's dignity and the Church's insights on our identity. Dive into what it means to be made in God's image and how it influences our capacities. Learn why humans are inherently social and the importance of community for flourishing relationships. Explore the impact of original sin on humanity, including the internal struggle between good and evil, and how Christ aids in our renewal.
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Humanity As Center And Crown
- People broadly agree that created things should be ordered toward and crowned by humanity as their center.
- Recognizing this places human dignity at the heart of how we evaluate creation and society.
Conflicting Views Cause Anxiety
- People give divergent, often contradictory answers to 'What is man?' causing doubt and anxiety.
- The Church offers clarity by portraying man's defects and restoring his dignity through Revelation.
Image Of God Grounds Dignity
- Being made in God's image means humans can know and love their Creator and possess a spiritual nature.
- This image grounds human dignity and the mandate to steward creation for God's glory.
