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GCSE Religious Studies · key term
The forgiveness of sins pronounced by a priest in the sacrament of reconciliation.
Used by AQA and Edexcel
Specification 3.1.2.4 · Paper 1
Revise: Incarnation, Grace and the Seven SacramentsThe priest pronounces absolution, including the words “I absolve you from your sins in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit”. Catholics believe that forgiveness restores the relationship with God damaged by sin. It helps believers turn away from wrongdoing and begin again in their Christian life.
Specification 2.1 · Paper 1, Paper 2
The forgiveness of sins communicated by a priest in the sacrament of Reconciliation.
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The priest gives absolution, saying “I absolve you from your sins”, and makes the sign of the cross. Catholics believe these words communicate Christ's forgiveness through the priest's ministry, rather than merely offering reassurance. The cross connects this forgiveness with Christ's saving work.
Specification 3.1 · Paper 1, Paper 2, Paper 3
The declaration of forgiveness given by a priest in the sacrament of Reconciliation.
Revise: The Sacramental Nature of RealityA Catholic confesses sins to a priest, expresses repentance and receives absolution. The priest's spoken declaration of forgiveness is an outward sign of God's forgiving action.
