Pints With Aquinas The Eight EVIL Thoughts Episode Zero! | Mother Natalia
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May 27, 2024 Mother Natalia introduces a series on the 8 evil thoughts as listed by Evagrius, discussing the origins and evolution of these thoughts. They explore the nature of sin and evil, the destructive power of self-love, and the importance of virtue and self-love through prayer.
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Eight Evil Thoughts vs. Seven Deadly Sins
- The Eight Evil Thoughts predate and inform the Seven Deadly Sins, offering a deeper understanding of sin's origin.
- Evagrius's original list includes gluttony, lust, avarice, sadness, anger, sloth, vainglory, and pride, sometimes with jealousy.
Sin as Contranatural
- Sinful passions are not inherent to human nature but arise from a disconnect with our true selves.
- When we sin, we act against our nature, becoming less than human.
Self-Love and Sin
- The pursuit of pleasure and avoidance of suffering drive us to invent corrupting passions.
- This distorted self-love separates us from God and each other.