April 22, 2024

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Using the “7 Deadly Sins” is one aid I use to make a good Examination of Conscience for preparation for Confession, and to help perform a daily “litmus test” of my spiritual health. A way to remember the “7 Deadly Sins” is by using the acronym: PALEGAS (see below). Also just as any sickness has a remedy to correct and heal it, below is a diagram of the “7 Deadly Sins” and their antidotes or opposite Virtues to correct them.

 

These 7 sins are called deadly because they: 1. are the root “causes” of human sin, and 2. can impede the flow of Sanctifying Grace and our relationship with God.

 

7 Deadly Sins                  Corrective Antidote

 

P - Pride                            Humility                                 

A - Anger                           Patience, Meekness             

L - Lust                              Chastity                                 

E - Envy                             Charity (Love), Kindness                 

G - Gluttony                      Temperance

A - Avarice: Greed            Charity, Generosity                           

S - Sloth                            Diligence                               

 

 

Vivat Jesus,

Father Vic Gournas