Christendom is not primarily a mental construct. It is above all a fact, indeed the longest historical experience the Church has had. Hence the deep impact it has made on its life and thought.

Liberation from every form of exploitation, the possibility of a more human and dignified life, the creation of a new humankind - all pass through this struggle.

As we progress, various shades of meaning and deeper levels of understanding will complement this initial effort.

In the Bible poverty is a scandalous condition inimical to human dignity and therefore contrary to the will of God.

So you say you love the poor? Name them.

There are not two histories, one profane and one sacred, 'juxtaposed' or 'closely linked.' Rather there is only one human destiny.

The denunciation of injustice implies the rejection of the use of Christianity to legitimize the established order.