Eternal Damnation (Noun)
Meaning
The state of being condemned to eternal punishment in Hell.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The existence of an eternal damnation, a place of suffering for souls after death, was believed to be a real consequence of sinful living.
- In many cultures, eternal damnation is perceived as being separated forever from the light and love of God, an unbearable eternal suffering.
- Throughout history, various interpretations of the concept of eternal damnation have evolved, influencing the development of laws and social norms.
- Some see eternal damnation not as a physical place but as a spiritual state of isolation, self-condemned by a soul's own despair and hopelessness.
- The threat of eternal damnation served as a strong motivator for medieval folk to live according to the scriptures to avoid such a terrible fate.