Catechism of the Catholic Church
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1898 Every human community needs an authority to govern it. 16 The foundation of such authority lies in human nature. It is necessary for the unity of the state. Its role is to ensure as far as possible the common good of the society.
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PART THREE: LIFE IN CHRIST |
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ARTICLE 2: PARTICIPATION IN SOCIAL LIFE |
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16 Cf. Leo XIII, Immortale Dei; Diuturnum illud.
English Translation of the Cathechism of the Catholic Church for the United States of America © 1997, United States Catholic Conference, Inc.
