Catholic confession: from public confession to private penance

Catholic confession has evolved over centuries. How has this sacrament of reconciliation developed in the Catholic Church, and what is its place today?

The Catholic sacrament of reconciliation, also known as penance or confession, has been a compelling set piece for fiction writers over the ages, from medieval novels to contemporary films. But what's behind this practice and why are people fascinated by it?

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