Q. 1 How many spiritual works of mercy are there?

A. 1 There are seven spiritual works of mercy.

Q. 2 What are they?

A. 2 They are,

To counsel the doubtful;
To instruct the ignorant;
To admonish the sinner;
To comfort the sorrowful;
To forgive all injuries;
To bear wrongs patiently; and
To pray for the living and the dead.