damnation

Speech parts

1. damnation - Noun

2. damnation - Interjection

Meaning

The state of being damned; condemnation; openly expressed disapprobation.

Condemnation to everlasting punishment in the future state, or the punishment itself.

A sin deserving of everlasting punishment.

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Although punishments are made part of certain Christian conceptions of the afterlife, the prevalent concept of "eternal damnation" is a tenet of the Christian afterlife. Source: Internet

As Satan causes both the downfall of man and the eternal damnation of his fellow fallen angels despite his dedication to his comrades, Satan is perhaps an ur-example of the trope. Source: Internet

"But what can eternity of damnation matter to someone who has felt, if only for a second, the infinity of delight? Source: Internet

A number of New Englanders were shaken by the revivals but not converted, and became convinced of their inexorable damnation. Source: Internet

He also admitted jovially to Pascal's point: So long as there is the possibility of eternal damnation for nonbelievers it is more logical to be a believer at the end." Source: Internet

Focusing on the backstories of Tamora and Lavinia, the play is set in Purgatory shortly after their deaths, where they find themselves in a waiting area with Aaron as their salvation or damnation is decided upon. Source: Internet

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