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That's a good question, and there is no 'right' answer. It depends a lot on your definition of "sin" and "evil". In some ways, we only have the concept of "sin" because organized religion needs something to fight against. If you have no 'sin' to be afraid of, then you have no need for organized religion, which puts all the priests and rabbis and mullahs out of business, and they'd have to get real jobs like you and me. The broader your definition of "sin", the more of it there will be in the world. Same with "evil" - they really occupie the same spot, philosophically. Was Hitler evil? Sure, probably, 99.9% of humanity would agree with that statement. Is Ozzie Osborne evil? Well, you might not get quite the consensus there. Dopey, yes. Evil?..probably not. You could probably find a good number of nutcakes who think Hanna Montana is evil...so there is no straightforward definition of it. We all have to make that choice and that determination ourselves. So one person's "sin" is another persons "pleasure" - in fact, many of the sins we're warned about from the pulpit involve having fun. The seven deadly sins, especially lust and gluttony, are some of my own personal favorites. The problem with 'sin', per se, is that many religions say , "you always sin. Nearly everything you do is a sin. But if you come to us, and promise not to do it any more, and contribute a nice check to the church, we'll have a heart-to-heart with God and see to it that you get into heaven anyway. So to them, sinning is fine, as long as you beg forgiveness.
What else can I help you with?
How does one explain the problem, cause, and/or origin of evil in the world?
The problem, cause, and origin of evil in the world is a complex and debated topic. Some explanations include the presence of free will, the influence of societal factors, and religious beliefs such as the concept of original sin. Ultimately, the understanding of evil varies among individuals and cultures.
Why is there sin if humans were created in Gods image?
Sin entered the world through human choice to disobey God. Being created in God's image refers to aspects like rationality, morality, and relational capacity, not to perfection. Humans have free will to choose between good and evil.
What is the ontological meaning of evil?
The ontological meaning of evil refers to the philosophical study of the nature and existence of evil. It explores questions about the origin, nature, and existence of evil in the world, and how it relates to concepts of morality and ethics.
Is the world evil?
The world is not inherently evil; it is a complex place with both good and bad elements. People's actions and choices contribute to the overall balance of good and evil in the world. It is important to focus on promoting kindness, empathy, and positive change to counteract negativity.
What is the logical form of the problem of evil?
The logical form of the problem of evil is a philosophical argument that questions how the existence of evil in the world can be reconciled with the belief in a benevolent and all-powerful God.
What is the ultimate cause of evil in the world?
sin
Is evil a sin?
Of course. Or rather, sin is evil.
Religious view on how evil entered the world?
Sin entered the world when Eve took a bite from the forbiden fruit.
What do you call the act of delivering from sin or saving from evil?
Redemption is the act of delivering from sin or saving from evil.
What type of sin was the first sin?
The first sin was when Eve partook the fruit of the tree of good and evil.
What type of sin is evil in an institution and everyone in society is responsible for changing?
Social sin
What does retaliation mean to Catholics?
Retaliation is a secular word for returning evil for evil, as such it is a sin.
What did the flood represent in the Bible?
A miraculous deluge of water God used to discipline His world made evil through human sin.
What is the Diabolical Sin?
The diabolical sin is envy. Because almost all evil emotions have its roots in envy.
Did Jesus Christ say anything about original sin?
No. There is no mention in the gospels of original sin. The concept of original sin was developed by Augustine of Hippo in the fourth century. He was arguably influenced by the Gnostic and Manichaean notions of this world as inherently evil, but prior to his time there was little or no interest in the concept of original sin.
Who is the evil Sin Cara on WWE?
Luis Ignascio Urive Alvirde or Mystico is the Original Sin CaraJorge Arias or Incognito is the Imposter Sin Cara
Why was the tree of life forbidden?
Only the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil was forbidden. The fruit of the Tree of Life was freely available until after sin had entered into the world, after which time the consumption of the fruit (while not expressly forbidden) was not compatible in a world of sin with its consequence of death.
