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
The plenary indulgence, canceling all temporal punishment in or out of Purgatory due for a forgiven sin, was deemed by St. Thomas Aquinas to be sufficient to enable a soul to soar straight to heaven.
From Time Magazine Archive
I announce to you a plenary indulgence which I have obtained from the goodness of our Heavenly Father, and from the mouth of the Sovereign Pontiff.
From The Life and Legends of Saint Francis of Assisi by Chalippe, Father Candide
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