What is meant by the term simony?

Answer 1

The term 'simony' is used in reference to paying for religious rites such as the sacraments or for a position in the Roman Catholic Church hierarchy. More information about simony can be found by referring to the New Authority or Catholic Doors Ministry.

Answer 2

Simony is the buying or selling of privileges (such as pardons or benefices). and the sin of attempting to buy or sell an office of the Church or a sacrament.