INDULGENCES

(See also Reformation; Roman Catholic Church)

Catholic teachings about: w85 12/1 6; ts 64-69

explanation of: g37 7/28 703

first appearance: g37 1/13 252

for praying before image of “Christ of Pity”: w59 711

for reading Bible: w61 739; w52 583

for reciting the rosary: w58 388

letter of indulgence:

ancient Egypt: g78 6/22 10

one of chief causes of Reformation: w85 12/1 6; w66 678-680

plenary indulgence: g37 11/3 22

reason Luther left Catholic Church: w85 12/1 6; g84 9/8 14-15; g72 3/8 16-17; qm55 292-293

sold to raise cash for St. Peter’s Basilica: g42 1/21 24

source of religious wealth: w75 55