Penitential canons are religious rules laid down by councils or bishops concerning the penances to be done for various sins. These canons, collected, adapted to later practice, and completed by ...
It had its origin in the earnest prayers of holy persons, and especially of the martyrs begging the Church for their sake to shorten the severe penances of sinners, or to change them into lighter ...
Prayaschitta (Expiation and Penances): This section addresses the concept of atonement for sins and offenses. Vishvarupa’s interpretations offer insights into how ancient Indian society viewed justice ...
These practices are designed to discipline the mind and body, overcoming tendencies towards laziness and inertia. Ancient sages would undertake rigorous penances, not just for spiritual gain, but to ...
Q. 811. What were these severe Penances of the First Ages of the Church called? A. These severe penances of the first ages of the Church were called canonical penances, because their kind and ...