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“And so when thou art tempted to any sin, look not on it as a single sin, but as having all other sins in its belly.” quote by William Gurnall
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““And so when thou art tempted to any sin, look not on it as a single sin, but as having all other sins in its belly.””

William Gurnall

About This Quote

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

Sin should be viewed as a collective problem, not isolated, highlighting its cumulative moral impact.

In simple terms: Sin is a collective burden.

Key Takeaway

Address sin holistically.

Themes

morality spirituality sin temptation

Mood

reflective serious

Type

spiritual didactic

When to use this quote

  • personal temptation
  • community counseling
  • confession

Key Concepts

theology ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does this view affect accountability?
  • What steps can you take to resist?
A Different Perspective

Viewing sin as collective may diminish personal responsibility.

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