commit sin
Example Sentences
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I thought of my theory; but I was fearful that I should commit sin if I tampered with the sacred “breath of life.”
From Theory of Circulation by Respiration Synopsis of its Principles and History by Willard, Emma
Uncertainty is a continual hindrance to action and enjoyment; and many persons are driven to believe in error, and hence to commit sin, rather than remain in suspense.
From The Scientific Basis of National Progress Including that of Morality by Gore, George
—The words from "if he commit sin" to "children of men" are awanting in the parallel passage.
From Christology of the Old Testament: And a Commentary on the Messianic Predictions, Vol. 1 by Hengstenberg, Ernst Wilhelm
Then he began to commit sin, and say that Joseph upheld him in it.
From A Young Folks' History of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints by Anderson, Nephi
The expression "cannot sin" simply signifies that there is no disposition in the heart to commit sin.
From Sanctification by Byers, J. W.
