mortal sin

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A sin believed to cause eternal damnation if not absolved.

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  • In Catholic theology, a mortal sin is a grave offense against God.
  • The priest explained that neglecting one's duties could be considered a mortal sin.
  • She confessed to committing a mortal sin and sought absolution.
  • According to the doctrine, a mortal sin requires confession and penance.
  • He feared that his actions constituted a mortal sin that would lead to eternal damnation.
  • The church teaches that only a mortal sin can separate a soul from God's grace.
  • Is it a mortal sin to lie about something trivial?
  • The severity of the offense determined whether it was a venial or a mortal sin.
  • Some interpretations suggest that a deliberate rejection of God's love is the ultimate mortal sin.
  • The consequences of a mortal sin are dire if unrepented.