Dictionary
A modern dictionary of Catholic terms, both common and obscure. Find accurate definitions of words and phrases.
COVETOUSNESS
A strong desire for possessions, especially material possessions. It implies that the desire is inordinate, with allusion to the prohibition in the Ten Commandments not to covet what belongs to someone else. Often synonymous with avarice, although referring more to the wrongfulness of the desire for possession and less (as in avarice to its eagerness or intensity.
All items in this dictionary are from Fr. John Hardon's Modern Catholic Dictionary, © Eternal Life. Used with permission.
Recent Catholic Commentary
The sad decline of self-government 15 hours ago
That impromptu exorcism again 19 hours ago
The Mystery of the Spirit May 21
Top Catholic News
Most Important Stories of the Last 30 Days