plenary indulgence
nounRoman Catholic Church.
a remission of the total temporal punishment that is still due to sin after absolution.: Compare indulgence (def. 6).
Origin of plenary indulgence
1First recorded in 1665–75
Words Nearby plenary indulgence
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How to use plenary indulgence in a sentence
He also conceded a plenary indulgence to all who have made such visits three times in three distinct days.
The Mysteries of All Nations | James GrantIt was called Great Friday, and on that day such as entered the sanctuary of Anis received plenary indulgence.
The Life of Joan of Arc, Vol. 1 and 2 (of 2) | Anatole FranceTo this act he was instigated by the pope, who sent him his benediction, with a plenary indulgence for his sins.
Guy Fawkes | Thomas LathburyIf you would really like to humble me, I'll give you plenary indulgence when you come to see us.
The Helpers | Francis LyndeA plenary indulgence at the hour of death, under the same conditions.
Mary, Help of Christians | Various
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