Religious Studies - 5 - Christianity - Beliefs & Teachings - 184 - Salvation - Sin Flashcards
What is a sin?
An immoral act that goes against God’s law.
Sin is often considered a violation of divine commandments.
What does the Bible discuss regarding sin?
Ideas about human sinfulness and its link with salvation.
The Bible elaborates on the nature of sin and the need for redemption.
What is Original sin according to Christian belief?
The tendency to disobey God
What event is believed to have introduced Original sin into the world?
The Fall
Who were the first humans that disobeyed God and caused Original sin?
Adam and Eve
What was the consequence of Adam and Eve’s disobedience to God?
They were sent out of the Garden of Eden
How is Original sin transmitted according to Christian doctrine?
Passed down from generation to generation
What does Original sin cause humans to do?
Do things that go against God’s law
What is the effect of Original sin on the relationship between humans and God?
It separates humans from God
What is a common objection modern Christians have regarding original sin?
It would be unfair for God to punish all humanity for an act committed by one man.
This objection highlights concerns about justice and fairness in theological interpretations.
What interpretation do many modern Christians take regarding the events of the Fall?
A non-literal interpretation of the Bible.
This perspective suggests that the events described may not have occurred as historical facts.
What is a challenge in explaining original sin in biological terms?
It’s hard to explain how original sin actually passed from one generation to the next.
This challenge raises questions about the transmission of sin and its implications for human nature.
What is original sin often understood to represent in modern Christianity?
A useful way of understanding that humans are prone to doing bad things and acting in a way that is against God’s law.
