“Admonish the sinner” Admin Monday, May 11, 2015 The word “admonish” comes from the Latin verb monere meaning to warn someone to a threat or danger. As such, its purpose is the good of another; it is an act of love and concern. St. Thomas enumerates fraternal correction among the acts of charity. © 2024 The Catholic Thing. All rights reserved. For reprint rights, write to: [email protected] The Catholic Thing is a forum for intelligent Catholic commentary. Opinions expressed by writers are solely their own.
The word “admonish” comes from the Latin verb monere meaning to warn someone to a threat or danger. As such, its purpose is the good of another; it is an act of love and concern. St. Thomas enumerates fraternal correction among the acts of charity.
“Admonish the sinner”
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Monday, May 11, 2015