eternal damnation

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Definition

Noun: - The state of being condemned to eternal punishment in Hell: This refers to the permanent, unending condition of punishment and separation from divine grace, as a consequence of sin or moral failing, according to various religious doctrines.

Usage

The term "eternal damnation" is used in theological, religious, and sometimes metaphorical contexts to describe a fate of perpetual suffering. It is a formal and grave concept. - It is typically used as a singular, uncountable noun phrase. - It often follows prepositions like to, of, or from (e.g., threatened with eternal damnation, fear of eternal damnation).

Examples
  • The sermon focused on the consequences of sin and the terrifying reality of eternal damnation.
  • In some belief systems, heresy can lead to eternal damnation.
  • He lived in constant fear of eternal damnation.
Advanced Usage
  • "to be consigned to eternal damnation": To be assigned or condemned to this fate.
    • The character in the story was consigned to eternal damnation for his treachery.
  • "to save someone from eternal damnation": To rescue someone from this fate, often through faith or redemption.
    • The prophet's mission was to save souls from eternal damnation.
Variants and Related Words
  • Damnation (noun): The act of condemning or the state of being condemned, often to eternal punishment. (A more general term; "eternal damnation" specifies the punishment's duration).
  • Eternal punishment (noun phrase): A direct synonym.
  • Perdition (noun): A literary term for eternal damnation; complete and irreparable loss of the soul.
  • Hellfire (noun): Often associated with the torments of eternal damnation.
Synonyms
  • Everlasting punishment
  • Condemnation to Hell
  • Eternal perdition
Related Idioms and Phrases
  • "Fire and brimstone": A phrase describing preaching or warnings that vividly emphasize the torments of eternal damnation.
    • The preacher delivered a fire and brimstone sermon about the path to eternal damnation.
  • "Damned for all eternity": A phrase meaning condemned to eternal damnation.
    • The legend says the cursed king is damned for all eternity.
Noun
  1. the state of being condemned to eternal punishment in Hell

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