In the Christian tradition, sin may refer to an act or state that is contrary to God or God’s purposes, such as God’s commands, laws, covenants, or unitive purposes. When speaking of sin, one could classify sins into sins against God, sins against oneself, and sins against others. Further, ...
This article emphasizes the particular contours that define the Franciscan theological paradigm as a distinct contribution to the discipline of Roman Catholic theology. Grounded in the lives of Francis and Clare of Assisi, the tradition unfolds as a Wisdom tradition, both christocentric and...