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penitents

/ˈpɛnɪtənts/

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noun

Pénitents

One who repents of sin; one sorrowful on account of his or her transgressions.

Examples :

"Example Sentence: "After confessing their wrongdoings, the penitents knelt in prayer, seeking forgiveness." "

Après avoir confessé leurs méfaits, les pénitents se sont agenouillés en prière, cherchant le pardon.

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noun

Pénitents

One under church censure, but admitted to penance; one undergoing penance.

Examples :

"The church elders led the penitents in a solemn prayer of repentance after they had confessed their wrongdoings. "

Les anciens de l'église ont conduit les pénitents dans une prière solennelle de repentance après qu'ils eurent confessé leurs méfaits.

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noun

Pénitent

One under the direction of a confessor.

Examples :

"The priest spoke quietly to the penitents, offering guidance tailored to their individual confessions. "

Le prêtre parlait doucement aux pénitents, offrant des conseils adaptés à leurs confessions individuelles.

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