02294cam a22003133u 4500 18270 UtSlPG 20260610133427.0 m cr n 260607r2006||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 BX Capel, T. J. (Thomas John), 1836-1911 Confession and Absolution Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2006 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2006-04-27 Produced by Geoff Horton, Richard J. Shiffer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net. (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries.) "Confession and Absolution" by T. J. Capel is a theological publication written in the late 19th century. This work is comprised of a series of conferences that outline the importance of confession and the conditions required for the forgiveness of sin within the Christian faith. The book aims to clarify the role of repentance, confession, and absolution in the context of Catholic doctrine, emphasizing the necessity of these practices for restoring one's relationship with God. In this book, the author explores the intricate theology surrounding the sacrament of confession and the concept of absolution as vital elements in seeking forgiveness from God. Capel discusses the nature of sin and its consequences, the importance of true contrition, and the role of a priest as a ministerial figure who acts on behalf of Christ to provide reconciliation. By drawing upon scripture, the teachings of Church Fathers, and traditional practices, the author seeks to reinforce the necessity of confession as a means of spiritual healing, presenting it as a channel through which the faithful can receive God's mercy and reestablish their grace after the fall into sin. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Confession Absolution https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/18270 59656 59656