Part Three: Life in Christ › Section Two of Part Three: The Ten Commandments ›› CHAPTER 2: You Shall Love Your Neighbour ››› Article 8: The Eight Commandment ›››› IN BRIEF

Questions and Answers

2568. What is the eighth commandment? (CCC 2504) The eighth commandment is: You shall not bear false witness against your neighbour.
2569. What is truth or truthfulness? (CCC 2505) Truth or truthfulness is the virtue which consists in showing oneself true in deeds and truthful in words and guarding against duplicity, dissimulation and hypocrisy.
2570. What is martyrdom? (CCC 2506) Martyrdom is the supreme witness unto death given to the truth of the Faith.
2571. Why are detraction and calumny forbidden? (CCC 2507) Detraction and calumny are forbidden because of the respect due to the reputation and honour of persons.
2572. What is a lie? (CCC 2508) A lie is to speak or act against the truth in order to lead someone into error.
2573. What does an offence committed against truth require even if its author has received forgiveness? (CCC 2509) Even if its author has received forgiveness, an offence committed against truth requires reparation.
2574. How can one discern whether or not to reveal the truth to someone asking for it? (CCC 2510) One can discern whether or not to reveal the truth to someone asking for it with the help of the golden rule.
2575. Does the seal of confession know any exceptions? (CCC 2511) No, the seal of confession knows no exceptions.
2576. How should the media be used? (CCC 2512) The media should be used with moderation and discipline.
2577. What is the purpose of sacred art? (CCC 2513) The purpose of sacred art is:
1. to express the infinite beauty of God
2. to turn men’s minds devoutly toward God.