Book of Gomorrah and St. Peter Damian's Struggle Against Ecclesiastical Corruption
“Alas, it is shameful to speak of it! It is shameful to relate such a disgusting scandal to sacred ears! But if the doctor fears the virus of the plague, who will apply the cauterization? If he is nauseated by those whom he is to cure, who will lead sick souls back to the state of health?”
With these words, St. Peter Damian introduces the Book of Gomorrah, undoubtedly the most stirringly eloquent a...
“Alas, it is shameful to speak of it! It is shameful to relate such a disgusting scandal to sacred ears! But if the doctor fears the virus of the plague, who will apply the cauterization? If he is nauseated by those whom he is to cure, who will lead sick souls back to the state of health?”
With these words, St. Peter Damian introduces the Book of Gomorrah, undoubtedly the most stirringly eloquent a...
