The seven harmful sins, also known as the seven deadly sins, are pride, greed, lust, envy, gluttony, wrath, and sloth. These are considered fundamental vices that inspire other sins.
Here's a breakdown of each:
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Pride: An excessive belief in one's own abilities, qualities, or importance. This can manifest as arrogance, vanity, or a lack of humility.
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Greed: An excessive desire for material possessions, wealth, or power. It involves hoarding and a relentless pursuit of more, often at the expense of others.
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Lust: An intense sexual desire or craving. It can involve objectification of others and a disregard for their well-being.
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Envy: A feeling of resentment or sadness at another's good fortune, success, or possessions. It is often accompanied by a desire to possess what the other person has.
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Gluttony: Overindulgence or excess in eating or drinking. This goes beyond simply enjoying food or drink and involves excessive consumption to the point of wastefulness or harm.
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Wrath: Intense anger, rage, or hatred. It can lead to violence, aggression, and a desire for revenge.
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Sloth: Laziness or a lack of diligence. This can involve neglecting one's responsibilities, avoiding effort, and a general apathy toward life.
These sins are considered "deadly" because they can lead to other sins and can ultimately separate a person from grace, according to Roman Catholic theology. They are not just individual actions but deeply rooted tendencies within human nature that require constant vigilance and effort to overcome.
