[Joe 6-pack]

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[Salvation]

Catechism of the Catholic Church 2415-2418

2415 The seventh commandment enjoins respect for the integrity of creation. Animals, like plants and inanimate beings, are by nature destined for the common good of past, present, and future humanity. Use of the mineral, vegetable, and animal resources of the universe cannot be divorced from respect for moral imperatives. Man's dominion over inanimate and other living beings granted by the Creator is not absolute; it is limited by concern for the quality of life of his neighbor, including generations to come; it requires a religious respect for the integrity of creation.

 

2416 Animals are God's creatures. He surrounds them with his providential care. By their mere existence they bless him and give him glory. Thus men owe them kindness. We should recall the gentleness with which saints like St. Francis of Assisi or St. Philip Neri treated animals.

 

2417 God entrusted animals to the stewardship of those whom he created in his own image. Hence it is legitimate to use animals for food and clothing. They may be domesticated to help man in his work and leisure. Medical and scientific experimentation on animals is a morally acceptable practice if it remains within reasonable limits and contributes to caring for or saving human lives.

 

2418 It is contrary to human dignity to cause animals to suffer or die needlessly. It is likewise unworthy to spend money on them that should as a priority go to the relief of human misery. One can love animals; one should not direct to them the affection due only to persons.

[Daffynition]

I recently found this little book Guardians of Being and loaded it on my Nook. It's a 'a heartwarming, new and original Eckhart Tolle book honoring pets that pairs his spiritual quotes with charming, sweet illustrations by the creator of the "MUTTS" comic strip.'

While it doesn't explore one way or another about whether pets will be in Heaven, it touches upon the importance of how pets bring us into "true happiness is found in the in simple, seeemingly unremarkable things"..."but to be aware of little, quiet hings, yo need to be quiet inside. A high degree of alertness is requires. Be still. Look. Listen. Be present. Being awareness to the many subtle sounds of nature." It's all about unconditional love and being in the Now, things we learn from our pets. A great little book for meditation.

Next time you're in a books store, browse it..it's worth a look see.