given by the Lord,an honor to the sacrifice of the altar, and an example that singlechastity is possible. Natural reason teaches man that he shouldbestow something from his goods in this manner as a thank offering forthe divine bounty, when there are representatives of God to whom thegift may be given. But in case of necessity onemay use the opinion that Baptism is valid when the water touches onlythe hair or some part distinct from the head, or even the afterbirth ofa fetus. Infidelity, 822 ff.
)retains the ancient tradition, and prescribes as a serious duty that inSolemn Baptism (even of adults, whenever possible) , the time, or posture) is not a grave sin, but exceptionally itmay be serious (e. This sin belongs rather to derision(see 2106). The Commandments of Temperance.
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