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Anchorite 8 months ago
We were born without sin in the Garden of Eden. The notion of born with sin is simply a recognition that our souls were not fresh off the press when we were born. Sin literally just means error; and you couldn't argue a baby won't make mistakes.
The origin of the word sin comes from archery. It means, to miss the mark. We all miss the mark. Only God is all knowing and all loving in every moment. The rest of us can only attempt to align with his will. While I don't know much about Islam I have respect for many of the Muslim men I have spoken with about spirituality and theology over the years. I'm interested in learning more at some point.
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Mephi 8 months ago
Knowing you're a sinner helps you forgive yourself for being human, and keeps your ego in check. It's not about good and evil, it's about acknowledging that you can always be better, but that you're forgiven for being human.