""The Spiritual Venality of Rome: Taxe Sacre Penitentiarie Apostolice"" is a book written by Emancipatus in 1836. The book provides a historical and critical account of the Taxae Cancellariae Apostolicae, which was a system of fees and taxes imposed by the Catholic Church for various spiritual services. The author argues that this system was corrupt and exploitative, with fees being charged for everything from absolution to indulgences. The book also explores the role of the Penitentiary Apostolic, which was responsible for administering the tax system, and how it contributed to the overall venality of the Church. Overall, ""The Spiritual Venality of Rome"" is a scathing critique of the Catholic Church's financial practices during this period, and sheds light on the corruption and greed that existed within the institution.And Taxae Sacrae Poenitentiariae Apostolicae, Of The United Church And Court Of Modern Rome.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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