guardians that which is "right" from that which is "wrong". We grow up with the understanding

that stealing our playmate's toys or hitting our grandparents is wrong and therefore, a sin. As we

mature the concept of sin begins to change; it is no longer quite so easy to define or to explain

and its repercussions become much more severe than a grounding. Sin is a malicious act,

intent-full, deliberate and harmful. An act is considered sinful when, though the perpetrator may

gain some form of momentary satisfaction, the action inflicts harm to someone or something else.

In reference to Hinduism, a sin is an immoral act; It is ungodly or unethical. The concept

of ahimsa (to do or cause no harm) to a Hindu is very sacred and from childhood he is taught to

respect and abide by this ideal. Therefore, any step towards dishonoring this paragon is a sin.

devotion, spiritual cleansing through prayer and "public chanting"(Sharma, 40), all of these

his sin and with a sincere heart, ask for forgiveness, both to the person he has sinned against and

At the source of Hinduism lies transcendence. Not to forgive is a sin in itself for it

forgive the happier and more peaceful they will feel. The obtainment of moksha, cannot be

freedom and gain liberation for oneself, this is fulfillment, this is moksha.

then to God. Shiva, the God of rebirth and destruction is revered by devout Hindu's as a God

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