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   Ab·so·lu·tion

   /ˌabsəˈlo͞oSHən/

   

   noun

   • 1. formal release from guilt, obligation, or punishment: "absolution from the sentence"
   • ▪ an ecclesiastical declaration of forgiveness of sins: "the priest administered absolution"

   Word Origin Middle English: via Old French from Latin absolutio(n-), from the verb absolvere (see absolve).

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   What is absolution noun?

   • Middle English: via Old French from Latin absolutio (n-), from the verb absolvere ‘set free, acquit’, from ab- ‘from’ + solvere ‘loosen’. Definition of absolution noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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   Is Absolution a sacrament?

   • In the "Summa", Q. lxxxiv, art. 3, he states that the absolution of the priest is the forma sacramenti, and consequently confession, contrition, and satisfaction must constitute "in some way, the matter of the sacrament".

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   What is the punishment associated with Absolution?

   • Canon 3326 The punishment associated with Absolution must be devised so that upon the Offender completing their punishment all ongoing suffering, punishment, stigma is expunged consistent with the notion of absolution. Thus, such a punishment gives those most willing to reform and never re-offend the greatest opportunity of redemption. Canon 3327

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   What makes absolution unique?

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   3 days ago · 2 meanings: 1. the act of absolving or the state of being absolved; release from guilt, obligation, or punishment 2..... Click for more definitions.

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   The meaning of ABSOLUTION is the act of forgiving someone for having done something wrong or sinful : the act of absolving someone or the state of being absolved; specifically : a remission of sins pronounced by a priest (as in the sacrament of reconciliation).

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   Definition of absolution noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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   Absolution definition, act of absolving; a freeing from blame or guilt; release from consequences, obligations, or penalties. See more.

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   There are nine meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun absolution, two of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. absolution has developed meanings and uses in subjects including. ecclesiastical (Old English) liturgical (Old English) Roman history (mid 1500s) Roman law (mid 1500s ...

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   Absolution is a term with multiple meanings depending on the context in which it is used. In a religious context, absolution is the formal act of absolving or forgiving sins committed by a penitent. This is typically performed by a priest or other religious leader in the context of the sacrament of confession.

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