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The concept of "original sin" is a Christian teaching.
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No. Original sin seems to be a uniquely Christian doctrine. The idea of a sin so cosmic that it has an impact on all future generations seems to have been required in order to justify the sacrifice of God's son.
Judaism, for example, reads the story of Genesis differently, and sets other passages in the Torah as specifically limiting the extent to which children are held liable for the sins of their parents. Exodus 20:5, Exodus 34:7 and Numbers 14:18 say that children in the third and forth generation may suffer for their parents' sins. Other passages forbid human judges from taking any action against children for the sins of their parents.
Religions that believe in the concepts of karma and reincarnation such as Buddhism and Hinduism tend to hold sins against the soul through multiple incarnations, but this makes children suffer for the sins of their previous incarnations, not the sins of their parents.
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What is the Sacrament in which Original Sin and all personal sins are forgiven?
Catholics believe that the Sacrament of Baptism forgives Original Sin and all personal sin.
Are all people sinners?
Many religions believe that all people are sinners in some way, as humans are seen as inherently imperfect and prone to wrongdoing. This belief emphasizes the concept of original sin or the idea that people are born with a tendency to sin. However, different religions interpret the idea of sin and the consequences of sin differently.
Is the original sin a universal concept?
The concept of original sin is primarily found in Christian theology, particularly within Catholicism and some branches of Protestantism. It is not a universal concept across all religions or belief systems.
Does a man sin if he jerks off?
A lot of religions believe so. And that's fine, but I personally don't believe in masturbation being a sin.
Do protestants believe in original sin?
Yes
What religions view humanity as flawed and imperfect?
I believe they all do. If not all, then certainly the vast majority. After all, if humanity was considered perfect, then there would be no concept of sin, right? There would be no need for religious laws or scripts (such as the bible) and different religions wouldn't be at odds with one another. Perhaps there would only be a single religion?! Answer: Methinks the posted question may be referring to the doctrine of original sin. In Judaism, we believe that the soul is created unflawed. (That isn't the same thing as absolute perfection, which describes God alone.)
Is Valentine's Day a sin?
Not in all religions ... but i don't celebrate it because i think its a sin !!
How do Mennonites feel about original sin?
The doctrine of original sin is one that Mennonites do not hold to. Mennonites believe that children are innocent and are not able to sin until the age of reasoning is reached.
What sins followed original sin?
All sins followed original sin, the next sin listed in the Bible was murder.
Is it a sin not to believe in god?
Belief in God is subjective and varies among individuals and cultures. Some religions may consider it a sin to not believe in God, while others may not. It ultimately depends on the beliefs and teachings of the specific religion in question.
What was the concept of sin redemption and justification according to the Apostle Paul?
To be Baptised and remove Original Sin Which Christians believe they are born with.
Why is there an original sin when there was only the first sin?
Original sin as referred to in the Bible, and in sermons, is the disobedience of Adam to God when He told him not to eat of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. This was the first sin that man committed, which plunged all of mankind into a constant state of sin, until God sent His only Son, Jeshua (Jesus in English) to redeem all of mankind back from all sin. So the first sin and the original sin are the same.
