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Deadly Sin: Envy

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Biblical Character

The Resume

    Latin names include invidia
    Animal symbol: dog
    Color: green
    Demon classification is Leviathan (Peter Binsfeld, 1589)
    Punishment in hell is being put in freezing water
    Biblical references include Exodus 20:17

Why Deadly Sin: Envy might be annoying:

    'Green with envy.' Sound familiar?
    It is often, but not always correctly, used as a synonym for jealousy.
    Look at the auditions for American Idol, just for starters.
    Bertrand Russell considered it a strong cause of unhappiness.
    Hell is hot, so why the cold water?

Why Deadly Sin: Envy might not be annoying:

    Hey, it helps to have a dream, right?
    Envy normally involves only two people; proper jealousy normally involves at least three!
    Russell considered it a motivator in the democratic process - something required to achieve social justice.
    Some athletes use freezing water to take care of their muscles. Obviously, it's not a punishment for them.
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    See Also: 7 Deadly Sins, Anger, Envy, Gluttony, Greed, Lust, Pride and Sloth

Credit: C. Fishel & Cool It All Right?


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Year In Review:

    In 2023, Out of 32 Votes: 56.25% Annoying
    In 2022, Out of 77 Votes: 22.08% Annoying
    In 2021, Out of 12 Votes: 66.67% Annoying
    In 2020, Out of 3 Votes: 100% Annoying
    In 2019, Out of 11 Votes: 45.45% Annoying
    In 2018, Out of 14 Votes: 50.0% Annoying
    In 2017, Out of 2 Votes: 50.0% Annoying
    In 2016, Out of 9 Votes: 88.89% Annoying
    In 2015, Out of 14 Votes: 42.86% Annoying
    In 2014, Out of 19 Votes: 42.11% Annoying
    In 2013, Out of 21 Votes: 52.38% Annoying
    In 2012, Out of 13 Votes: 76.92% Annoying
    In 2011, Out of 12 Votes: 75.00% Annoying
    In 2010, Out of 80 Votes: 62.50% Annoying
    In 2009, Out of 40 Votes: 60.0% Annoying
    In 2008, Out of 11 Votes: 72.73% Annoying