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PFN – Cosmic Daffodil Journal Seeking Submissions on the Seven Deadly Sins

January 25, 2024

THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS


The Seven Deadly Sins, also known as the capital vices or cardinal sins, are a classification of vices in Christian teachings. They are considered particularly severe and are believed to lead to other immoral behaviors. The sins include:

  1. Lust: Excessive or inappropriate sexual desires.

  2. Gluttony: Overindulgence and overconsumption of food, drink, or anything to the point of waste.

  3. Greed: Avarice, excessive desire for material wealth or gain.

  4. Sloth: Laziness, avoidance of physical or spiritual work.

  5. Wrath: Uncontrolled feelings of anger, hatred, and vengeance.

  6. Envy: Jealousy and coveting what others have or wishing for their downfall.

  7. Pride: Excessive belief in one’s abilities, a sense of superiority that often leads to disregard for others.

These sins are often viewed as the roots of other immoral actions and behaviors. In Christian teachings, they are seen as obstacles to spiritual growth and are contrasted with the virtues one should cultivate instead.

SUBMISSION PROMPTS

1. Character Profiles: Create a unique character personifying one of the seven deadly sins. Develop in-depth profiles for each character, exploring their backstories, motivations, and how their sins manifest in their daily lives.

2. Confessional: Write a poem or short story centered around a character who confesses their most sinful thoughts and actions, while exploring the consequences of their actions or the path to redemption. Must be no longer than five pages.

3. Diary Entry: Imagine a collection of diary entries from an individual struggling with one of the deadly sins. Explore their daily lives, inner conflicts, and the impact of their sins on their relationships and decisions. Must be no longer than five pages.

4. Art Gallery: Describe an art gallery exhibition featuring seven unique artworks, each representing one of the seven deadly sins. Explore how the artist has depicted these sins visually and how viewers react to the pieces.

5. Redemption Arc: Write a poem or short story in which a character, consumed by one of the deadly sins, embarks on a journey of redemption. Explore the challenges they face, the lessons they learn, and their quest to overcome their sinful nature. Must be no longer than five pages.

6. Your Interpretation: What are the Seven Deadly Sins to you?

Closes on Thursday, January 25, 2024 11:59 PM EST (in 23 days)

PLEASE INCLUDE CHOSEN SIN IN TITLE WHEN SUBMITTING: (Poetry – Wrath – Megan Smith)

SUBMISSIONS THAT DO NOT FOLLOW THE THEME WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

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