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Sacraments: §1078 — Tolle Lege

Catechism

§1078

Sacraments › … › I. The Father-source and Goal of the Liturgy

Blessing is a divine and life-giving action, the source of which is the Father; his blessing is both word and gift. When applied to man, the word "blessing" means adoration and surrender to his Creator in thanksgiving.

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Source: Catechism of the Catholic Church (Vatican.va)