Roman Catholic Lens Commentary: James 2:14-26

## Roman Catholic Lens Reading of James 2:14-26

### Tradition-Specific Interpretation

Within the Roman Catholic Lens, we read James 2:14-26 as a profound affirmation of the synergy between faith and works in the life of grace. This passage underscores the Catholic understanding of justification as involving both faith and the transformative action of sanctifying grace, which is evident in our works of love. It reflects the teaching of the Council of Trent that justification entails both the remission of sins and the renewal of the inner person through grace. This passage is a clear rejection of the notion of 'faith alone' (sola fide) and insists on a living faith, demonstrated through deeds, as necessary for salvation.

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