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Dyspensa od prawa Bożego
Dispensation from divine law

Author(s): Tomasz Gałkowski
Subject(s): Christian Theology and Religion, Metaphysics, Philosophy of Religion, Philosophy of Law, Sociology of Religion
Published by: Wyższe Seminarium Duchowne w Łodzi
Keywords: Divine law; dispensation;

Summary/Abstract: In the study the author ponders over the possibility and motives of dispensation from divine law. In order to do it he presents the current practice concerning dispensation from divine law, gives the definition of dispensation, the notion of divine law and the motives for dispensation. He concludes by stating that Church has the obligation to retain divine law. However, Church was entrusted with divine law to interpret and apply it. Church is supposed to preach, develop and specify divine law, which it does in specific historical circumstances helping the faithful to gain insight into it. In particular situations, for the spiritual sake of the faithful Church grants dispensation from this law, simultaneously referring to it. Dispensation from divine law is also realisation of God`s law.

  • Issue Year: 22/2013
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 67-79
  • Page Count: 13
  • Language: Polish