eternal sin

noun

The sin which is unpardonable by God and therefore make salvation impossible.

“Blasphemy against the Holy Spirit is an eternal sin.”

Meanings

nouneternal sin (plural eternal sins)

plural eternal sins

  1. ChristianityThe sin which is unpardonable by God and therefore make salvation impossible.

    Blasphemy against the Holy Spirit is an eternal sin.

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APA

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Chicago

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