7 Deadly sins




The seven deadly sins are a grouping and classification of vices within Christian teachings. They are often referred to as the capital vices or cardinal sins. There are similarities with the seven things God is claimed to despise in the Book of Proverbs, despite the fact that they are not specifically listed in the Bible. If a habit or behaviour directly contributes to other immoralities, it falls under this category. The seven major virtues are pride, greed, anger, envy, lust, gluttony, and sloth, according to the conventional list.

LUST

An overwhelming urge, generally to enjoy illicit or immoral sexual gratification, is referred to as lust. Fornication or illicit marriage between unmarried individuals are both examples of sexual immorality that can result from lust (adultery). Another kind of adultery is when a married individual engages in illicit behaviour with an unmarried person. If the need for sexual gratification isn't subdued, it could result in rape or even bestiality. But lust doesn't just show up as a sexual need. It may also refer to a strong and irrational desire for money, notoriety, or power.


GLUTTONY

The overconsumption of food or anything else to the point of waste is referred to as gluttony. Gluttony is defined in the Christian context as overindulging in food when you should set aside some for the less fortunate. There are several ways to indulge in gluttony, including overeating, eating beforehand, eating delicately, spending too much money, and eating enthusiastically.


GREED

Greed is an extreme desire and ardent affection for material gain. It is often referred to as avarice, covetousness, or cupidity. Similar to lust and gluttony, greed is the outcome of an illogical desire for something you don't actually need.

The sin of greed has several forms, such as 

  • Material hoarding,
  • Corruption and bribery
  • Theft and robbery;

Numerous Biblical prophets, including Nehemiah, Isaiah, Jeremiah, and others, denounced avarice. Jesus himself spoke extensively on the subject of greed, continually urging the wealthy to share with the underprivileged in order to enter God's kingdom. One thing is made very plain in the Bible. that having too many material things might cause a person to turn away from God, therefore it's best to have just enough to get by. Too little or too much might cause a guy to be envious of his neighbor's belongings.


SLOTH

Acedia, often known as sloth, is the intentional avoidance of effort. Laziness is not motivated by immorality like the other deadly sins we've discussed thus far. Instead, it results from a wish to avoid taking accountability. "Those who do not work should not eat" is a proverb that perfectly sums up the sin of idleness. Naturally, it makes more sense when there is more work to be done than there are labourers available. Sloth may also signify a disregard for spiritual development. When you stop putting the gifts of the Holy Spirit to use or exercising their fruits, you are viewed as slothful from a spiritual standpoint. The Bible forbids laziness in both its outward and within manifestations.


WRATH

Simply said, wrath is an unrestrained emotion of indignation, hate, or hatred. Wrath is frequently motivated by an illogical need to harm others and is nourished by a strong desire to take vengeance. The sin of rage can continue even after the person who set it off has passed away because it is motivated by sentiments of retribution. Long-running family disputes or competitive business relationships are classic examples of rage.


ENVY

Envy is the desire for other people's things, their happiness, and their skills and abilities. Most individuals who are jealous are depressed and will go to great lengths to acquire what others possess. They believe that the other person is unworthy of their riches, abilities, or position. As you may already be aware, sin came into the world as a result of the devil's enmity for God's throne. Envy was another factor in Cain's murder of Abel, his brother.



PRIDE

The definition of pride is an excessive love of oneself, confidence in one's skills, and the drive to outperform others. One of the seven deadly sins, pride is so abhorrent that it is sometimes seen as the original sin that gave rise to the other six. Remember that Satan was hurled down from heaven because of pride and envy. Because pride is an unreasonable sense of self-worth, proud individuals never anticipate their demise.


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