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The work investigates how the IV Lateran Council sought to promote voluntary contrition among the faithful and regain control over moral behavior.

June 6, 2026Open Access

The Pleasure of Privacy: Confession and Inquisition as Means to Cause the Correction of Sinful Consciences around the IV Lateran Council

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The analysis explores how the IV Lateran Council aimed to encourage voluntary contrition in believers, highlighting implications on behavior control.

The work investigates how the IV Lateran Council sought to promote voluntary contrition among the faithful and regain control over moral behavior.
Analyzed the transition from public to private penance and the resulting implications for church authority.
Examined four key aspects implemented by the IV Lateran Council regarding confession and morality.
Studied the evolution of the sacrament of penance in conjunction with inquisitorial processes and ecclesial ministry.
Identified how annual confession obligations aimed to enhance personal accountability among the faithful.
Outlined the establishment of inquisitorial courts to enforce compliance with Church morals.
Highlighted the creation of theological education as a means to guide both priests and laity.

Javier Belda Iniesta (2016) studied this question.

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The analysis explores how the IV Lateran Council aimed to encourage voluntary contrition in believers, highlighting implications on behavior control.