Ownership of Goods

Living the Gospel: CCC. 2402

(Catechism of the Catholic Church)

This article of the Catechism speaks of the universal destination and private ownership of Goods. Its stipulates that, in the beginning, God entrusted the earth and its resources to the common stewardship of mankind to take care of them, master them by labor, and enjoy their fruits. [Cf. Gen 1:26-29] The goods of creation are destined for the whole human race.

However, the earth is divided up among men to assure the security of their lives, endangered by poverty and threatened by violence. The appropriation of property is legitimate for guaranteeing the freedom and dignity of persons and for helping each of them to meet his basic needs and the needs of those in his charge. It should allow for a natural solidarity to develop between men. [226, 1939]

Happy 18th Sunday.

Fr. Georges Bidzogo SAC