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Dei Verbum - Dogmatic Constitution on Divine Revelation

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Dei Verbum is a Dogmatic Constitution on Divine Revelation that was solemnly promulgated by Pope Paul VI in 1965. The document explores the nature of divine revelation, arguing that it is communicated through both God's words and actions throughout human history. It emphasizes the role of Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition as sources of divine revelation, as well as the importance of interpretation in understanding the meaning of these sources. The document goes on to discuss the relationship between the Old and New Testaments, highlighting the ways in which the New Testament fulfills and clarifies the Old. Finally, Dei Verbum discusses the role of Sacred Scripture in the life of the Church, encouraging Christians to read and study the Scriptures in order to grow in their understanding of God and His will.