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absolution vs indulgence

indulgence vs absolution

absolution and indulgence both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
absolution Yes No No No
indulgence Yes No No No
As nouns, indulgence is a hyponym of absolution; that is, indulgence is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than absolution:
  • absolution: the act of absolving or remitting; formal redemption as pronounced by a priest in the sacrament of penance
  • indulgence: the remission by the pope of the temporal punishment in purgatory that is still due for sins even after absolution
absolution (noun) indulgence (noun)
the act of absolving or remitting; formal redemption as pronounced by a priest in the sacrament of penance the act of indulging or gratifying a desire
the condition of being formally forgiven by a priest in the sacrament of penance foolish or senseless behavior
the remission by the pope of the temporal punishment in purgatory that is still due for sins even after absolution
an inability to resist the gratification of whims and desires
a disposition to yield to the wishes of someone
Difference between absolution and indulgence

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