The Power of the Priesthood in Absolution: And a Few Remarks on Confession (1858)

The Power of the Priesthood in Absolution: And a Few Remarks on Confession is a book written by William Cooke in 1858. The book explores the role of the priesthood in the sacrament of absolution, which is the act of confessing one's sins and receiving forgiveness from a priest. Cooke argues that the power of the priesthood is essential in this process, as only a priest can absolve a person of their sins. He also provides insights into the practice of confession, offering advice on how to make a good confession and how to avoid common pitfalls. The book is written from a Catholic perspective and is intended for a Catholic audience. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the sacrament of confession and the role of the priesthood in Catholicism.With An Appendix.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.