Catechism of the Catholic Church §1969 — excerpt
The New Law practices the acts of religion: almsgiving, prayer and fasting, directing them to the "Father who sees in secret," in contrast with the desire to "be seen by men."
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Whole chapters cited: Matthew 16 · Matthew 17 · Matthew 18
