plenary indulgence
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of plenary indulgence
First recorded in 1665–75
Example Sentences
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After meeting certain religious requirements, they can receive a plenary indulgence, which removes punishment for sin.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 28, 2022
Eager to make a fresh start, Washington granted itself a plenary indulgence.
From Salon • Jan. 13, 2017
Pilgrims who walked through the Holy Door were able to receive a plenary indulgence under the usual conditions.
From Washington Times • Nov. 15, 2016
For those truly repentant, a plenary indulgence cancels the debt for all past sins.
From Time Magazine Archive
The salvation of souls being ever the burden of his prayers he begged for a plenary indulgence, to be earned by all who should enter the Portiuncula on a special day.
From The Story of Assisi by Gordon, Lina Duff
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