Popery! As It Was and as It Is. Also, Auricular Confession; And Popish Nunneries

Name: Popery! As It Was and as It Is. Also, Auricular Confession; And Popish Nunneries
Author: William Hogan

By William Hogan

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A former Roman Catholic priest presents a critical account of church structures and practices, examining papal temporal power, episcopal authority, and sacramental systems—particularly auricular confession and priestly absolution—and how they function in practice. Drawing on council canons and personal experience, the author alleges clerical secrecy, abuses in convents and among priests, and the use of ecclesiastical authority to undermine civil allegiance and influence politics. The text combines documentary citation, doctrinal analysis, and autobiographical testimony to urge public awareness and scrutiny of institutional behavior and its implications for republican governance.

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William Hogan

William Hogan was a 19th-century author known for his critical examination of Catholic practices and beliefs. His notable works include "Auricular Confession and Popish Nunneries," which delves into the intricacies of confession and the role of convents, and "Popery! As It Was and as It Is," where he critiques the Catholic Church's influence in society. Hogan's writings reflect a strong anti-Catholic sentiment, contributing to the discourse on religious practices during his time. His works are often referenced in discussions about the historical tensions between Protestant and Catholic communities.