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Indulgences

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Indulgences were certificates sold by the Catholic Church during the Renaissance that granted forgiveness for sins. They were believed to reduce time in purgatory and could be purchased by individuals or on behalf of deceased loved ones.

AP course connection

Topic 1gSji3bGZUdAd9EHv3or6: Unit 3 Overview: Early Europe and Colonial Americas, 200-1750 CE

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