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Why did the Sign of Peace become a slap on the cheek?

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This slap on the cheek was supposed to be gentle yet purposeful. Its purpose has been stated as follows: To make the [newly confirmed] recollect that, as a valiant combatant, he should be prepared to endure with unconquered spirit all adversities for the name of Christ. (Roman Catechism: Part II, Confirmation)

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