What Is Gluttony Sin?

Gluttony is described as excessive eating, drinking and indulgence, and covers also greed. It is listed in Christian teachings among the “seven deadly sins.” Some faith traditions clearly label it as a sin, while some others just discourage or prohibit gluttony.

What are examples of gluttony?

Generally, gluttony can include:
  • Not savoring a reasonable amount of food.
  • Eating outside of a prescribed time (mindless eating)
  • Anticipating eating with preoccupied longing.
  • Consuming costly foods (eating lavishly simply for the purpose of conspicuous consumption)

Why gluttony is a deadly sin?

In Christianity, it is considered a sin if the excessive desire for food causes it to be withheld from the needy. Some Christian denominations consider gluttony one of the seven deadly sins.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

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