Christian Perspective
What does the Bible say? Catholic, Protestant, and Orthodox views.
Is Gambling a Sin?
Catholicism treats gambling as a sin when it becomes an addiction or harms family obligations. Most Protestant denominations consider gambling sinful due to greed and exploitation.
Is Drinking Alcohol a Sin?
Drinking in moderation is not a sin. Drunkenness is explicitly condemned. Some Protestant denominations (e.g., Methodists historically) discourage all alcohol. Catholicism permits moderate consumption.
Is Getting a Tattoo a Sin?
Most Christian denominations do not consider tattoos sinful. The Levitical prohibition is often viewed as ceremonial law, not moral law. Some conservative denominations discourage tattoos.
Is Masturbation a Sin?
Traditional Christian teaching considers masturbation sinful based on the story of Onan (Genesis 38) and Jesus' teaching on lust (Matthew 5:28). Modern Catholic teaching calls it 'an intrinsically disordered action.' Some progressive Christians disagree.
Is Pornography a Sin?
All major Christian traditions condemn pornography as a grave sin. It violates Jesus' teaching on lust (Matthew 5:28), exploits the dignity of persons, and damages the viewer's capacity for healthy love.