What is Penance and what has been its traditional role in the Catholic Church?

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                          Penance is a confusing term to me. It seems to be tied to confession and temporal sin but I don't fully understand it.

What is Penance and how has it been understood by the Catholic Church?

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Jan 1, 2022, 06:57 AM
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What is Penance and what has been its traditional role in the Catholic Church?

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