The OT?

[4givemeasinner]

I am struggling with figuring out which parts of the OT are still valid in the Catholic life and which are not. I know that all the rules that are laid down from the OT should be followed, but which ones should?

 

[funion987]

I know that all the rules that are laid down from the OT should be followed, but which ones should?

I’m assuming you mean not all the rules should be followed. Basically, there’s no rule that you should follow from the OT that isn’t covered in the Catechism. So if it’s not in the Catechism, you don’t have to worry about it.

 

[thistle]

I am struggling with figuring out which parts of the OT are still valid in the Catholic life and which are not. I know that all the rules that are laid down from the OT should be followed, but which ones should?

The moral laws, i.e. the 10 Commandments.

 

[A_G]

The OT is very important. The 10 commandments are to be followed, they are not just some “suggestions.” We need the OT to lead us into the NT.

The “ceremonial laws” (observing the Sabbath, certain ways of worship like animal sacrifice, circumcision, etc…) and the “dietary laws” (not to eat pork, shell fish etc…) are no longer valid. These laws have been “fulfilled” by Jesus.

The “moral laws” are still valid (10 commandments, homosexuality being a sin, etc…).

As an earlier poster said, if it is in the Catechism, then follow it:thumbsup: