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perfect contrition

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perfect contrition
sorrow for sin, coming from a love of God for His own perfections. [Christianity: Misc.]
See : Perfection
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An act of perfect contrition is essential to save our souls, when, being in danger of death and in a state of mortal sin, we cannot go to Confession.
At the hour of our death: in the face of impending death Catholics ... by Edwards, Pamela / U.S. Catholic
While perfect contrition is more desirable, imperfect contrition or attrition (the fear of punishment in this life or the hereafter) is sufficient for a valid confession.
"Abusing the Sacraments" by Kokoski, Paul / Catholic Insight
In the case of immediate danger of death he could dispense from the one-hour fast and perhaps with all but an act of perfect contrition, but I cannot answer these questions and have yet to find someone who can.
Politicians and communion by Kennedy, Leonard / Catholic Insight
 
 
 
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