Bible Discussion Thread

Where to find Bible verses about the seven deadly sins. a commentary would be nice.

I agree with Daniel's post. There are indeed lists of sins throughout the Bible, but not organized in the way you describe which probably has catholic roots.

Examples:

1 John 2:16

Mark 7:21-23

1 Corinthians 6:9-10

Galatians 5:19-21

etc.

There is one single list in Scripture that comes to mind in response to your question: Proverbs 6:16-19.

The list should be self-explanatory and not require commentary.

You will not find a list of "seven deadly sins" delineated comprehensively in the Scripture; if I am not mistaken that is a fabrication of the Catholic church, if not an abstract "spiritual" principle present in pagan sects predating it.

What you will find in Scripture is that all sin, outside of Christ, is deadly... All sin can also effectively be traced back to one single sin, namely, the pride of man. Pride deceives us. Pride keeps us from beleiving God's word.

Conversely, all "righteousness" can be traced back to faith, and faith to humility. It was not without note that when Jesus' disciples asked him to increase their faith, he effectively responded to them, "increase *your* humility."