Nor did demons crucify him; it is you who have crucified him and crucify him still, when you delight in your vices and sins. 392

Catechism number 617

The Council of Trent emphasizes the unique character of Christ's sacrifice as "the source of eternal salvation"449 and teaches that "his most holy Passion on the wood of the cross merited justification for us."450 and the Church venerates his cross as she sings: "Hail, O Cross, our only hope."451

Our participation in Christ's sacrifice

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