Enchiridion · Grant 33 §3
Visit ancient Christian catacombs
Devoutly visit an ancient Christian cemetery or catacomb.
Time required No fixed duration; length of the devout visit
- When
- Any day
- Where
- An ancient Christian cemetery or catacomb
- Who
- All eligible faithful
- Application
- Self or the departed
The prescribed work
- Make the visit devoutly.
- The specified place is an ancient Christian cemetery or catacomb.
The work and its conditions
The general requirements include at least a general intention, the state of grace by the completion of the work, and a contrite heart. Complete the work as prescribed.
Conditions common to every indulgence
The person gaining an indulgence must be baptized, not excommunicated, and in the state of grace at least when the prescribed works are completed. There must be at least a general intention to gain indulgences, and the prescribed work must be performed at the time and in the manner required by the grant.
Read the full conditions and norms. The cited grant and its specific provisions govern.
Time required
Read each branch with its own conditions. An editorial estimate is not a prescribed minimum.
Devout visit
Duration varies
No fixed duration; length of the devout visit
No fixed minute minimum or particular prayer formula is prescribed for this partial visit. Time needed to reach or move through the site varies.
What the time estimate excludes
- Ordinary travel to and from the venue, and waiting outside the prescribed work
- Preparation and the ordinary conditions for a plenary indulgence, unless they are themselves part of the prescribed work
Source and exact reference
Prayer texts and grants have separate source histories. Consult the grant source for the prescribed work, occasion, and conditions.