Guide For Confessors From The Praxis Confessorii Of St Alphonsus Liguori
Guide for Confessors
Book • 2018
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Alphonsus Liguori's Praxis Confessorii is a foundational pastoral manual offering thorough guidance to confessors on moral theology, the sacrament of penance, and the spiritual care of penitents.
It covers how to examine consciences, distinguish sins, assign suitable penances, and lead penitents toward true contrition and amendment.
The work aims to form both prudent and compassionate confessors who can guide souls to reconciliation and growth in virtue.
Over centuries it has been highly influential in Catholic pastoral practice and remains a standard reference for priests and those studying confessional ministry.
Its practical prescriptions and moral reasoning have made it a touchstone for traditional confessors and spiritual directors.
Alphonsus Liguori's Praxis Confessorii is a foundational pastoral manual offering thorough guidance to confessors on moral theology, the sacrament of penance, and the spiritual care of penitents.
It covers how to examine consciences, distinguish sins, assign suitable penances, and lead penitents toward true contrition and amendment.
The work aims to form both prudent and compassionate confessors who can guide souls to reconciliation and growth in virtue.
Over centuries it has been highly influential in Catholic pastoral practice and remains a standard reference for priests and those studying confessional ministry.
Its practical prescriptions and moral reasoning have made it a touchstone for traditional confessors and spiritual directors.
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