""The Power of the Priesthood in Absolution: And a Few Remarks on Confession"" is a book written by William Cooke and originally published in 1858. The book explores the Catholic sacrament of confession, also known as the sacrament of penance or reconciliation, and the role of the priesthood in administering it. Cooke argues that the power of absolution, or the forgiveness of sins, is a unique authority given to the priesthood by Christ himself. He...