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Elements of Ecclesiastical Law, Vol. 3 (Classic Reprint): Compiled with Reference to the "const. Apostolicae Sedis" of Pope Pius IX., the Council of ... Ecclesiastical Punishments (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Smith, S. B.

 
9781334719820: Elements of Ecclesiastical Law, Vol. 3 (Classic Reprint): Compiled with Reference to the "const. Apostolicae Sedis" of Pope Pius IX., the Council of ... Ecclesiastical Punishments (Classic Reprint)

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Understanding how the Church uses canon law to discipline its members — a clear guide to the nature, purpose, and procedure of ecclesiastical punishments and their practical effects.

This volume explains what ecclesiastical punishments are, how they differ from mere sins, and why they exist to maintain the Church’s public order. It covers the kinds of penalties, the role of trials, and how formalities are observed in different jurisdictions, including missionary countries and the United States. Written for clarity and accuracy, the text emphasizes present-day application and interpretation within the Church's legal framework.

- Learn the true idea of punishments and their aims, including deterrence, reform, and the protection of the faithful.
- See how trials are conducted, how evidence is weighed, and how sentences are formulated and published.
- Explore different forms of penalties, from penances to censorial and reformative measures, and their effects.
- Discover how canon law adapts to various regions and times while preserving core principles.

Ideal for students of canon law, clergy, and readers seeking a practical, historical reference on ecclesiastical discipline.

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