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Sin is not so sweet in the committing as it is heavy and…

“Sin is not so sweet in the committing as it is heavy and bitter in the reckoning.” quote by Richard Sibbes
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“Sin is not so sweet in the committing as it is heavy and bitter in the reckoning.”

Richard Sibbes

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Sin feels appealing when we commit it, but its consequences are heavy and bitter when we face them later.

In simple terms: Sin seems sweet at first but becomes painful later.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and avoid actions that bring later regret.

Themes

morality consequences selfcontrol

Mood

reflective serious

Type

moral philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • legal judgments
  • ethical dilemmas

Key Concepts

theology psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What actions seem tempting now but may hurt later?
  • How can you weigh immediate desire against future pain?
A Different Perspective

Short‑term pleasure often ignores long‑term cost.

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