Sin is an act that violates the moral code of a religion. Sin can refer not only to physical actions taken, but also to thoughts and internalized motivations and feelings. Colloquially, any thought, word, or act considered immoral, selfish, shameful, harmful, or alienating might be termed "sinful". The term "sin" may also refer to the state of having committed such a violation.
Common ideas surrounding sin in various religions include:
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- Sin in this country has been always said to be rather calculating than impulsive. ,
- That which we call sin in others, is experiment for us. ,
- A private sin is not so prejudicial in this world, as a public indecency. ,
- For the sin they do by two and two they must pay for one by one. ,
- Sin has many tools, but a lie is the handle that fits them all. ,
- Who are you to condemn another's sin? He who condemns sin becomes part of it, espouses it. ,
- All sins have their origin in a sense of inferiority otherwise called ambition. ,
- It makes a great deal of difference whether one wills not to sin or has not the knowledge to sin. ,
- Sin is whatever obscures the soul. ,
- Sin is too stupid to see beyond itself.
