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On the Gospel and Repentance

Johann Gerhard

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    Table of Contents

    1Content
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 11 min
    2Editor’s Introduction
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    3THE GOSPEL
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    4REPENTANCE
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 6 min
    5Editions Of The Theological Commonplaces
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    6Comparison of Editions of Gerhard’s Loci
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 7 min
    7Chapter I
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    8The etymology of evangelium (“Gospel”).
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    9The definition of the word.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    10Homonyms.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 10 min
    11When the word “Gospel” is being used generally or specifically.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    12Synonyms for “Gospel.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    13Summaries of the Gospel in the Old Testament.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 5 min
    14From the New Testament.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 16 min
    15Parabolic and typological descriptions of the Gospel.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    16Chapter II
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    17What the benefits of the Gospel are.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 5 min
    18That the Gospel is properly the message of the free forgiveness of sins because of Christ.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 13 min
    19The testimony of the ancients.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 7 min
    20Whether new commandments are given in the Gospel.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    21The arguments of Bellarmine in favor of the affirmative side.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    22Whether laws are contained in the Gospel.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 13 min
    23Whether the Gospel contains threats and terrors.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 14 min
    24Whether conditional promises are contained in the Gospel.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 8 min
    25Matthew 19[:17]: “If you wish to enter into life, keep the Commandments.” Luke 10[:28]: “Do this, and you will live.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 10 min
    26Romans 8[:13]: “If by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the flesh, you will live.” 2 Timothy 2[:11]: “If we have died with Him, we sh
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 7 min
    27Ezekiel 18[:21]: “But if a wicked man turns away from all his sins,” etc., “he will live.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    28In what way faith is required in the promises of the Gospel.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 5 min
    29Whether the Gospel requires the condition of obedience.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    30Whether the Gospel requires both faith and works.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 5 min
    31Chapter III
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    32The internal impulsive cause of the decree of the Gospel.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    33The external [impulsive cause].
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    34The revealing of the Gospel is the work of the entire Holy Trinity.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    35Whether the Son is the “contributory cause” of the Gospel.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    36The instrumental cause of the Gospel.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    37The apprehending instrument.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    38Chapter IV
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 7 min
    39That there is one and the same Gospel in the Old and New Testaments.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 19 min
    40First, John 1[:17]: “The Law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    41Second, Romans 1[:2]: “The Gospel promised beforehand through His prophets.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    42Third, Romans 16[:25]: “The Gospel is the mystery which was kept silent for long ages.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    434 Chemnitz’s Works 8:838–46.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 5 min
    44Chapter V
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    45And universal.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    46Whether the condition of faith removes the grace and universality of the promises of the Gospel.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 5 min
    47To whom the evangelical goods pertain.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    48The effects and goods of the Gospel.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    49The accidental effects of the Gospel.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    50Those are the words of Brenz.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    51Whether the Gospel of John is to be worn about the neck.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    52The efficacy of the Spirit must not be separated from the word of the Gospel.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    53The end purpose of the Gospel.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 10 min
    54Chapter VI
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    55The points of agreement between the Law and the Gospel.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    56The difference between Law and Gospel.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 11 min
    57Where the distinction between Law and Gospel must especially be observed.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    58Statements of the ancients about the distinction between Law and Gospel.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 9 min
    59Judgment on the statements of the ancients.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 5 min
    60Biel ( Sent ., 3, dist. 40, q. 1):
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 6 min
    61Bellarmine’s opinion about the distinction of Law and Gospel.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    62Whether the promises in the Old and New Testament differ.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 8 min
    63Whether new commandments have been given in the New Testament.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 5 min
    64[That] the Law comes alone, and the Gospel comes with grace.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    65Nonprincipal differences between Law and Gospel.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 7 min
    66Chapter VII
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 8 min
    67The arguments of those who claim that Christ is the new Lawgiver: First, from Matthew 5.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 7 min
    68Second, from the names given to Christ.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    69Third, from a comparison of Christ with Moses.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    70Fourth, from the publishing of the new commandment.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    71Fifth, from mention of the specific “law of Christ.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    72Sixth, from the institution of the Sacraments.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    73Chapter VIII
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    74What they think was added to the First Commandment.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    75What they say has been added to the Second Commandment.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    76What they say has been added to the Third Commandment.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    77What they say has been added to the Fourth Commandment.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    78What they say has been added to the Fifth Commandment.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    79What has been added to the Sixth Commandment.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 5 min
    80What they say has been added to the Seventh Commandment.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 8 min
    81What they say has been added to the Eighth Commandment.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    82What they say has been added to the Ninth Commandment.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    83What they say has been added to the Tenth Commandment.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    84Chapter IX
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 5 min
    85The opinion concerning evangelical counsels is refuted.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 5 min
    86First, we cannot rise to a perfect love of God.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    87Second, something is always lacking in good works.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    88Bellarmine counters:
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 14 min
    89Fourth, [1 John 3:16:] “We ought to lay down our lives for our brethren.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    90Fifth, nothing should be added to God’s Commandments.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    91Sixth, we cannot do as much as we owe.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 6 min
    92The statements of the fathers.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    93The arguments in favor of establishing the evangelical counsels.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    94First, Isaiah 56[:4–5]: “Thus says the Lord to the eunuchs: ‘I shall give them a better name.’ ”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 14 min
    95Second, Wisdom 3[:13]: “Blessed is she who is barren and undefiled,” etc.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    96Third, Matthew 13[:8]: “some a hundredfold, some sixty, some thirty.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 6 min
    97Fourth, Matthew 19[:11–12]: “Some castrate themselves for the sake of the kingdom of heaven.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 11 min
    98Fifth, Matthew 19[:21]: “If you would be perfect, go and sell everything.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 14 min
    99Sixth, Matthew 19[:21]: “Follow Me.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 6 min
    100Seventh, 1 Corinthians 7, where a counsel of continence is proposed.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 16 min
    101Eighth, 1 Corinthians 9: The apostle did more than he had been commanded.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 12 min
    102We respond.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 9 min
    103Examples from the early church.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    104The statements of the fathers.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    105The arguments of reason.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    106Chapter X
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 7 min
    107It must not be denied simply that the Gospel is the preaching of repentance.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 5 min
    108The distinctions that must be observed in this question.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 5 min
    109The Gospel, understood properly, is not the preaching of repentance.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    110That the Law does not know Christ; therefore it does not accuse unbelief.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 7 min
    111Other arguments: First, that the righteousness of the Law is accused, and yet the Law does not accuse itself.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    112Second, that Christ’s suffering and death pertain to the Gospel, yet in His Passion the wrath of God shines forth.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    113Third, that salutary contrition comes from the Gospel.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    114Fourth, that the Holy Spirit rebukes the world concerning sin (John 16[:8]).
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    115Fifth, that the Gospel excludes all boasting.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    116The authority of Dr. Philipp [Melanchthon].
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 7 min
    117Chapter XI
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 5 min
    118Whether there is only one testament with regard to matter or substance.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 6 min
    119[Negative conclusions.]
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    120Affirmative [conclusions].
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 6 min
    121Arguments for the essential identity of both testaments.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 5 min
    122Second, God entered into a covenant with Noah and Abraham.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 6 min
    123Third, the doctrine concerning Christ was also taught under the old testament.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    124Fourth, the moral Law has not been antiquated.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    125Chapter XII
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    126Abuses of the doctrine of the Gospel.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    127Its true use.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 5 min
    128The definition of the Gospel.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    129Connection with the preceding commonplace.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    130The necessity and usefulness of the doctrine of repentance.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    131Chapter I
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 8 min
    132Whether Luther denied that repentance was grief.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 5 min
    133Μετάνοια.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 5 min
    134Μεταμέλεια.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    135How μετάνοια and μεταμέλεια differ.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 5 min
    136[Hebrew terms.]
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    137The homonyms of the word “repentance”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 7 min
    138The synonyms of “repentance.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 5 min
    139Other ways of saying “repentance,” from the ancients.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    140Is repentance the second plank after shipwreck?
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    141Chapter II
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    142The Novatians deny this.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 9 min
    143What repentance is.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 7 min
    144Hebrews 6[:4–6]: “It is impossible for those who have once been enlightened.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 10 min
    145First, “the power to forgive sins must be reserved for God alone.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    146Second, “God would be mutable.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    147Third, “Scripture speaks doubtfully about remission.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    148Fourth, “Esau did not find a place of repentance.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    149Chapter III
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    150Chapter IV
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    151To what end penance is established as a sacrament.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 5 min
    152Is it the Novatian heresy to say that repentance is not a sacrament?
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    153Does the Augsburg Confession claim that penance is a sacrament properly speaking?
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    154The arguments with which penance is excluded from the number of the sacraments: First, it has no external element.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 15 min
    155The imposition of hands.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    156Second, repentance existed also in the Old Testament.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 13 min
    157Third, the sacrament of penance lacks a foundation in John the Baptist’s sermon and in the practice of Christ Himself.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 7 min
    158Fourth, the sacrament of penance has no foundation in the doctrine and examples of the apostles.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 8 min
    159Fifth, it has no foundation in the fathers.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    160Three arguments that penance is not a sacrament.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    161Arguments in favor of establishing the sacrament of penance.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 18 min
    162Statements of the fathers for establishing the sacrament of penance.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 6 min
    163Chapter V
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    164The divisions of repentance.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 15 min
    165Chapter VI
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 14 min
    166Is man’s will a contributing cause of repentance?
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 8 min
    167Arguments to establish cooperation in conversion.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    168[The instrumental cause is the Word of God.]
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    169Chapter VII
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 10 min
    170Contrition is a part of repentance.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    171Faith is a part of repentance.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    172Statements of the ancients.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 15 min
    173Do the Evangelicals disagree in listing the parts of repentance?
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    174Do terrors belong to the parts of repentance?
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    175First, that Scripture distinguishes terror from repentance.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 7 min
    176Second, [that] theologians do not mention terrors in their definition of repentance.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    177Third, [that] being terrified is a natural affection.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    178Fourth, [that] terrors are found in those who do not repent, and some people repent without terrors.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    179Some claim that faith is not part of repentance.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    180First, [that] faith is distinguished from repentance.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    181Second, [that] faith precedes and produces repentance.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    182Third, [that] believing is an act of faith, not of repentance.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    183Fourth, [that] the fathers do not mention faith.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    184Fifth, [that] the Ninevites doubted.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    185Whether good works are a part of repentance.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 5 min
    186In what sense some people claim good works are parts of repentance.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    187Good works are the consequence of repentance.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 5 min
    188Whether mortification and vivification are parts of repentance.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    189Whether contrition, confession, and satisfaction are parts of repentance.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 7 min
    190The arguments which Bellarmine has produced in favor of this enumeration of parts.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 12 min
    191What is found lacking in this partition.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 13 min
    192Section I: Contrition.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    193What contrition includes.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 12 min
    194External signs of contrition.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 10 min
    195The efficient cause of contrition.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    196The difference between salutary and destructive contrition.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    197What should be thought about the distinction between legal and evangelical contrition.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    198The instrumental cause of contrition.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 10 min
    199The purpose for which contrition is required.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    200Is contrition a terror conceived from the threats of the Law?
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    201Is contrition suffering?
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 13 min
    202Whether contrition pertains to the Gospel.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    203Does contrition free us from sins?
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    204Can contrition be had without the special help of God?
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    205Does contrition include a hatred of sin?
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    206Does contrition include the intent to live correctly?
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    207Whether contrition is necessary for justification.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    208How much contrition is required?
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 11 min
    209Whether contrition is a cause of the remission of sins.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 8 min
    210First, Ezekiel 18[:27]: “He shall make his soul live.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    211Second, “Make for yourselves a new heart” (in the same place).
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    212Third, Jonah 3[:10]: “God saw their works.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    213Fourth, Psalm 51[:17]: “A sacrifice to God is an afflicted spirit.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    214Fifth, Daniel 4[:27]: “Redeem your sins with alms.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 8 min
    215Sixth, Luke 7[:47]: “Many sins are remitted to her because she loved much.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 7 min
    216The statements of the fathers.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    217Rational arguments.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    218Does contrition forgive sins before absolution?
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    219Are all sins forgiven to the truly repentant?
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    220Is imperfect contrition good?
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 5 min
    221Section II: Confession.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    222Public confession.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    223Private confession.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 7 min
    224Whether confession is disapproved.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    225The advantages of confession before the minister of the church.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 16 min
    226Papist auricular confession.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 22 min
    227Bellarmine counters ( De poenit ., 3, ch. 18):
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 8 min
    228Second, it demands something impossible.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 14 min
    229Third, it transforms Gospel into Law.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 12 min
    230Fourth, it is a torment to consciences.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 9 min
    231Should one confess only to a priest?
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    232Fifth, it labors under many difficulties.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 6 min
    233Sixth, it was not used in the early church.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 12 min
    234Seventh, it was repealed by Nectarius.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    235Marsilius Patavinus ( Defensor pacis , part 2, ch. 6):
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 14 min
    236Those are the words of Bellarmine.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 14 min
    237Second, on the basis of types and allegories of the Old Testament.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 13 min
    238He goes on to say:
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 6 min
    2392 Corinthians 5[:19]: “He gave us the ministry of reconciliation.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    240James 5[:16]: “Confess your sins.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    2411 John 1[:9]: “If we confess our sins . . .”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    242The testimony of the fathers and councils.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 6 min
    243Rational arguments.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    244Absolution.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 6 min
    245Section III: Satisfaction.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    246Whether Christ made satisfaction only for original sin.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 5 min
    247Arguments in favor of the negative side.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 8 min
    248Whether Christ made satisfaction for the punishment of our sins.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 9 min
    249The bountiful pity of God does not halve pardon.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 18 min
    250Public.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    251Private.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    252Disagreements of the Papists concerning satisfaction.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 12 min
    253Bellarmine’s discourse on satisfaction.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 15 min
    254[Augustine] ( De civ. Dei , bk. 13, ch. 4):
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 20 min
    255Whether the guilt of punishment can be redeemed by good works.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    256Whether works of satisfaction can be undertaken voluntarily.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 7 min
    257Whether it is right for priests to enjoin satisfactory works.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 10 min
    258How many works of satisfaction there are.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    259What carena, quadragena , and septena mean.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 5 min
    260Whether we can make true satisfaction to God. First, Isaiah 1[:16]: “Cease to do perversely.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    261Second, Daniel 4[:27]: “Redeem your sins with almsgiving.” Proverbs 16[:6]: “By mercy iniquity is redeemed.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 5 min
    262Third, Matthew 3[:8]: “Bear fruits worthy of repentance.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    263Fifth, sacrifices in the Old Testament were for making satisfaction.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    264The statements of the fathers.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 8 min
    265Papal indulgences.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 6 min
    266Arguments against indulgences.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 26 min
    267The foundation for indulgences: from Colossians 1[:24].
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 12 min
    268The papal jubilee.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 6 min
    269The Christian jubilee.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    270Who ought to repent?
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 5 min
    271The Prayer of Manasseh [v. 8]: “Repentance is not set for the just.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    272Luke 15[:7]: “Righteous persons need no repentance.”
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    273When must repentance be done?
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    274The fruit of true repentance.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 7 min
    275What should arouse us to repent.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 18 min
    276Repentance must not be deferred.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 9 min
    277Things to be considered so as to stir up contrition.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 5 min
    278Things fittingly considered for stirring up and strengthening faith.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 6 min
    279The definition of repentance.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 9 min
    280Glossary
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 9 min
    281SOURCES
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    282For Further Study
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    283Person Index
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 26 min
    284Scripture Index
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 64 min
    285Works Cited
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 6 min
    286Ambrose of Milan
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    287Anselm of Canterbury
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    288Augustine of Hippo
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    289Augustine of Hippo, cont.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    290Bellarmine, Robert (Roberto Bellarmino)
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    291Bernard of Clairvaux
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    292Bernard of Clairvaux, cont.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    293Beza, Theodore
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    294Chemnitz, Martin
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    295Chrysostom (John Chrysostom)
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 3 min
    296Cicero, Marcus Tullius
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    297Cluniacensis, Petrus. See Petrus Cluniacensis
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    298Conradus de Lichtenau (Abbas Urspergensis)
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    299Cyprian (Thascius Caecilius Cyprianus)
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    300Cyril of Alexandria
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    301Epiphanius of Salamis
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    302Erasmus, Desiderius
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    303Et omnis utriusque sexus. See Omnis utriusque sexus
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    304Funccius, Johannes (Johann Funck)
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    305Gerhard, Johann
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    306Gregorius de Valentia. See Valentia, Gregorius de
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    307Heilbrunner, Jakob
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    308Ignatius of Antioch (Ignatius the Martyr)
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    309Ius canonicum
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    310Jerome (Sophronius Eusebius Hieronymus)
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    311Junius, Franciscus, and Tremellius, Immanuel
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    312Luther, Martin
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 4 min
    313Luther, Martin, cont.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 2 min
    314Melanchthon, Philipp
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    315Nazianzen, Gregory (Gregory of Nazianzus)
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    316Sabunde, Raymundus de. See Raymundus de Sebunda
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    317Salmeron, Alfonsus (Alfonso Salmerón), cont.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    318Tertullian (Quintus Septimus Florens Tertullianus)
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    319Tharasius. See Tarasius of Constantinople
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    320Theophylact (Theophylactus de Achrida)
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    321Thomas Aquinas, cont.
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min
    322Urspergensis, Abbas. See Conradus de Lichtenau
    pp. 1–1 · ≈ 1 min

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