What changes were made in the 2nd edition of the Catechism?

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Can anyone tell me specifically what the difference is between the different editions of the Catechism of the Catholic Church?

My copies are copyrighted 1994 and I want to give one to my daughter’s social studies teacher if it doesn’t contain outdated information. If the changes are minor, could you list them for me and I will just print a copy of them to slip into the book when I give it to her.
 
I know that there was a change in article 2358, in the section on Chastity and homosexuality. Note the difference.

2nd editiion:
**2358 **The number of men and women who have deep-seated homosexual tendencies is not negligible. This inclination, which is objectively disordered, constitutes for most of them a trial. They must be accepted with respect, compassion, and sensitivity. Every sign of unjust discrimination in their regard should be avoided. These persons are called to fulfill God’s will in their lives and, if they are Christians, to unite to the sacrifice of the Lord’s Cross the difficulties they may encounter from their condition.

1st edition:
**2358 **The number of men and women who have deep-seated homosexual tendencies is not negligible. They do not choose their homosexual condition; for most of them it is a trial. They must be accepted with respect, compassion, and sensitivity. Every sign of unjust discrimination in their regard should be avoided. These persons are called to fulfill God’s will in their lives and, if they are Christians, to unite to the sacrifice of the Lord’s Cross the difficulties they may encounter from their condition.
 
There are too many to enumerate, because this is the first in 400 years. It is the authentic reference text as state by the USCCB. (First printed in March of 2000)

As an example, it does include and excerpts from VATICAN II, Scripture quotations, excerpts from the Code of Canon Law, citations of official Church Documents.

Sounds techincal, but is easy to read, and I recommend it for every Catholic home, those interested in the Catholic Faith, for everyone aged 17 and over.

Great for Gifts.
 
WatchingMedia said:
There are too many to enumerate, because this is the first in 400 years. It is the authentic reference text as state by the USCCB. (First printed in March of 2000)

As an example, it does include and excerpts from VATICAN II, Scripture quotations, excerpts from the Code of Canon Law, citations of official Church Doctments.

Sounds techincal, but is easy to read, and I recommend it for every Catholic home, those interested in the Catholic Faith, for everyone aged 17 and over.
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She’s looking for the differences between the 1st edition from 1994 and the 2nd edition from 1997.

OP, if you want to see what was changed, I found a website that lists all the updates to the 1997 edition:
scborromeo.org/ccc/updates.htm
 
****Forgot to mention don’t get Cathecism that is not complete.

The “Catechism of the Catholic Church, Second Edition” revised in accordance with the official Latin text promulgated by Pope John Paul II, and contains a glossary and index.
The Imprimi Potest is by Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger.

It’s over 900 pages, with a first printing of March, 2000.

As I stated prior, it’s a great gift** for anyone aged 17 and over.
I would not use or give out old or incomplete editions to avoid confusing anyone.

It has a beautiful Apostolic Letter in the front from Pope John Paul.**
 
WatchingMedia said:
There are too many to enumerate, because this is the first in 400 years. It is the authentic reference text as state by the USCCB. (First printed in March of 2000)

As an example, it does include and excerpts from VATICAN II, Scripture quotations, excerpts from the Code of Canon Law, citations of official Church Documents.

Sounds techincal, but is easy to read, and I recommend it for every Catholic home, those interested in the Catholic Faith, for everyone aged 17 and over.

Great for Gifts.
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What about the Baltimore Catechism?

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baltimore_Catechism

It is not 400 years old?

God Bless You…
 
WatchingMedia said:
There are too many to enumerate, because this is the first in 400 years. It is the authentic reference text as state by the USCCB. (First printed in March of 2000)

As an example, it does include and excerpts from VATICAN II, Scripture quotations, excerpts from the Code of Canon Law, citations of official Church Documents.

Sounds techincal, but is easy to read, and I recommend it for every Catholic home, those interested in the Catholic Faith, for everyone aged 17 and over.

Great for Gifts.
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I am guessing that you’re referring to the Roman Catechism from the Council of Trent, no? I don’t think people are referring to that one.
 
Thank you everyone - your (name removed by moderator)ut was very helpful.
 
Glad you asked about the Baltimore Catechism.
They are not the same, and neither are any of the Catechisms printed in the 50’s through the 90’s. That does not mean the old or other Catechisms are incorrect. It means they are not as complete.

The “Catechism of the Catholic Church, Second Edition” revised in accordance with the official Latin text promulgated by Pope John Paul II, and first printed in the US in March of 2000 complete with glossary and index in over 900 pages.
The imprimi potest is by Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger, and contains the truths from Vatican II.
This is the Catechism approved by the Magesterium.
Cardinals, Bishops, Priests, Nuns, Theologians and all the rest of us must adhere to this Catechism.

It’s easy to study, and beautifully written. Since it contains the REQUIRED beliefs of anyone who wishes to be Catholic, every home should have a copy of the Bible and this Catechism.

Don’t forget that they make great gifts.
 
WatchingMedia said:
****Forgot to mention don’t get Cathecism that is not complete.****No need to shout.
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WatchingMedia:
The “Catechism of the Catholic Church, Second Edition” revised in accordance with the official Latin text promulgated by Pope John Paul II, and contains a glossary and index.
The Imprimi Potest is by Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger.

It’s over 900 pages, with a first printing of March, 2000.

As I stated prior, it’s a great gift
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for anyone aged 17 and over.
I would not use or give out old or incomplete editions to avoid confusing anyone.No one has really addressed your point about the first edition being confusing. As you can see from the list of revisions, most are pretty trivial. They did a pretty good job when it was first promulgated in French and then English, so not much change was needed for the Latin. If you have a first edition, there is no reason you need to buy a new one. Frankly, the most notable difference is that the first edition does not have as good of an index or glossary (I can’t remember which).
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What is trivial to one of us, may be important to someone else.

If there were no important differences, they would not have have published a Second Edition to make the corrections.

It’s best not to second guess the Authors. None of us are that smart.
 
Digitonomy said:
WatchingMedia;6574328 said:
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As you can see from the list of revisions, most are pretty trivial. They did a pretty good job when it was first promulgated in French and then English, so not much change was needed for the Latin. If you have a first edition, there is no reason you need to buy a new one. Frankly, the most notable difference is that the first edition does not have as good of an index or glossary (I can’t remember which).
I know you said “most” but I should point out that the change on the article concerning homosexuality was anything but trivial. Certainly, from reading the 1st edition you do not get a good idea of the teachings of the Catholic Church on that topic.
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WatchingMedia, me, has never said that the Second Edition changes were trivial.
Someone cut and pasted wrong in the email below.
You are correct that the correction regarding homosexuality is significant.
This Catechism never would have been reprinted as a Second Edition if it were not important.

I strongly support every Catholic home have a copy of the Bible, and a copy of the “Catechism of the Catholic Church, Second Edition” revised in accordance with the official Latin text promulgated by Pope John Paul II and first printed in the US in March, 2000.

Study of both of these is important for a good conscience,
and to CORRECTLY be merciful regarding 4 of the 7 ‘Spiritual Works of Mercy’.
1 - Admonish sinners.
2 - Instruct the uninformed.
3 - Counsel the doubtful.
5 - Be patient with those is error

Getting grace and giving the Catechism as a gift - what a blessing !
 
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