Phrases with «venial»

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The word "venial" means a minor or forgivable mistake or offense. It refers to a wrongdoing that is not considered very serious and can be easily forgiven. Full definition

«venial» + noun

sin

Sentences with «venial»

  • After the customary «Bless me Father, for I have sinned», the programme instructs the user to tap in the number of days since last confession, the number of venial versus mortal sins (selected from a list of the seven deadly sins and the ten commandments) and then further details of each sin. (newscientist.com)
  • Scobie is not satisfied with the distinction between venial and mortal sin; he needs to weigh one mortal sin against another as if to chart the available degrees of damnation. (firstthings.com)
  • Purgatory does not cleanse mortal sin from the soul only venial sin. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)
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