--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Of all deadly sins, this is the most…" description: "\"Of all deadly sins, this is the most deadly, namely, that any one should think he is not guilty of a damnable and deadly sin before God.\" — Martin Luther" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/025/martin-luther-106_deadly-sins_of-all-deadly-sins-this-is-the-most-dead_955246.jpg" --- # Of all deadly sins, this is the most deadly, namely, that… ![“Of all deadly sins, this is the most deadly, namely, that any one should think he is not guilty of a damnable and deadly sin before God.” quote by Martin Luther](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/025/martin-luther-106_deadly-sins_of-all-deadly-sins-this-is-the-most-dead_955246.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/025/martin-luther-106_deadly-sins_of-all-deadly-sins-this-is-the-most-dead_955246.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/025/martin-luther-106_deadly-sins_of-all-deadly-sins-this-is-the-most-dead_955246.jpg) > “Of all deadly sins, this is the most deadly, namely, that any one should think he is not guilty of a damnable and deadly sin before God.” [Martin Luther](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/martin-luther/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Denial of personal sin is dangerous; everyone must acknowledge their guilt before God. **In simple terms:** Admit personal sin before God. Key Takeaway Self‑examination and humility are essential. Themes morality spirituality humility Mood solemn reflective Type religious philosophical When to use this quote - confession - ethical decision‑making - spiritual counseling Key Concepts theology self‑assessment Questions to Reflect On - What sins do you avoid acknowledging? - How does confession affect your life? 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