| 2552 The tenth commandment forbids avarice arising from a passion for riches and their attendant power. |
| 2553 Envy is sadness at the sight of another's goods and the immoderate desire to have them for oneself. It is a capital sin. |
| 2554 The baptized person combats envy through good-will, humility, and abandonment to the providence of God. |
| 2555 Christ's faithful "have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires" (Gal 5:24); they are led by the Spirit and follow his desires. |
| 2556 Detachment from riches is necessary for entering the Kingdom of heaven. "Blessed are the poor in spirit." |