The Bible is a source of gentle for human behavior, Pope says

Vatican metropolis, Apr 19, 2004 / 22:00 pm the usa/Denver (CNA).

In a quick tackle to the individuals at the Plenary assembly of the Pontifical Biblical commission, Pope John Paul II mentioned that the Holy Scriptures are a source of easy for human habits.

Addressing the community of Biblical scholars headed by means of Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger, the Pontiff noted that the members of the fee have gathered as soon as once more "to examine more deeply a really crucial subject matter: the relation between the Bible and morals."

"here is a theme that regards not only believers, however in a undeniable feel every adult of decent will. definitely, throughout the Bible, God speaks and reveals Himself and suggests the solid basis and sure orientation for human habits," the Pope said

He went on to assert that "understanding God, the father of Our Lord Jesus Christ, recognizing His infinite goodness, knowing with a grateful and trustworthy soul that 'all first rate giving and each ultimate gift is from above, coming down from the father of lights', discovering within the presents that God has given us the obligations that He has entrusted to us, acting in full awareness of our duties in His regards – these are some of the basic behaviors of Biblical morality."

"The duty of your usual commitment," spoke of the Pope in closing, "is to facilitate for the Christian americans access to this treasure."