{"id":23752,"date":"2023-05-04T08:00:56","date_gmt":"2023-05-04T12:00:56","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.aboutcatholics.com\/?p=23752"},"modified":"2023-07-13T10:42:04","modified_gmt":"2023-07-13T14:42:04","slug":"can-thoughts-be-mortal-sins","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.aboutcatholics.com\/blog\/can-thoughts-be-mortal-sins\/","title":{"rendered":"Can Thoughts Be Mortal Sins?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Have you ever found yourself worrying about the thoughts that cross your mind? Do you fear that certain thoughts might be considered mortal sins and that they might affect your salvation? Many Catholics struggle with this dilemma, wondering if can thoughts be mortal sins. In this blog post, we aim to explore the Catholic point of view<\/a> on thoughts, specifically whether they can be considered mortal sins. We will delve into the teachings of the Church about thoughts and their role in sin<\/a>. Let\u2019s discuss it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mortal sin<\/a> is a sin of such gravity that it results in the spiritual death of the soul, excluding the person from heaven. Mortal sins are considered to be so serious that they essentially put a person’s salvation at risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Mortal Sin has three conditions for it to be classified as such. It all has to have, Grave Matter, Sufficiently Full Knowledge, and Full Consent or Freedom. If any of these conditions are not met, the sin is considered a venial sin<\/a>. Grave Matter refers to whether the sin committed is serious in nature or not. If the sin is not considered serious, then it cannot be categorized as mortal. Sufficiently Full Knowledge means that the person committing the sin must be aware that it is a mortal sin, otherwise, it cannot be regarded as such. Lastly, Full Consent or Freedom implies that the person committing the sin has to act voluntarily without any external pressure or influence. If not, then it cannot be classified as a mortal sin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Examples of mortal sins include adultery, murder, theft, lying, fraud, and willful disobedience to God. The Catholic Church<\/a> teaches that the consequences of mortal sin are extremely serious, as it can lead to eternal damnation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your thoughts are classified as a sinful thought,(like if your thought has something to do with harm and violence) it is possible for it to be classified as a mortal sin. These thoughts can occur during times a person, in the heat of anger and fantasize in detail about harming someone. However, anger is usually an emotional reaction and a person may get angry impulsively and then calm down quickly. This may indicate that their anger lacked complete consent and full knowledge, and hence, it cannot be categorized as a mortal sin. Remember, Mortal sins need to have a grave matter, full consent, and sufficient knowledge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Just as the Catholic Church teaches us, all sins must be confessed and repented through the sacrament of reconciliation<\/a>, otherwise known as confession<\/a>, in order to restore the soul to a state of grace.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat is a Mortal Sin?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What are Examples of Mortal Sins?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Can Thoughts Be Mortal Sins?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How do I Overcome Sinful Thoughts?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n