Sin lies only in hurting others unnecessarily. All other 'sins' are invented nonsense.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Sin is only real when it causes harm to others.
- In plain terms
- Only hurting others is sin; other rules are made up.
- What can you take from it?
- Judge actions by harm done, not arbitrary rules.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes an action sinful?
- Can a rule be wrong?
Another view
Many cultures define sin beyond just harming others.
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