WHY WE CAN'T HAVE SANCTUARY.

This text explores the concept of sanctuary in Christianity and its historical decline. It argues that sanctuary, which originated from the familial pattern of de-escalation, extended into the workaday world and allowed for intercession and mercy. However, by the 16th century, the marriage of lay and spiritual power had deteriorated, leading to the dissolution of sanctuaries. The Protestant Reformation and the resurgence of Roman Law within canon law are identified as contributing factors to the decline of sanctuary. The text discusses the concept of sanctuary and its historical significance. It explains that sanctuary, which was once a common practice in medieval times, has been largely abandoned in modern society. The author argues that the decline of sanctuary is due to the lack of recognition and power of the Catholic Church in liberal societies. The text suggests that punishment in modern society is focused on deterrence rather than reform, and that the absence of sanctuary contributes to high rates of recidivism. [Extracted from the article]