Sloth, one of the seven deadly sins, takes its name from the Old English "slow-th", meaning that the slothful man is slow in fulfilling his duties. He can fail in his duties either by being lazy or by being a workaholic in doing many things that ought not be done at this time and place. Thus, sloth is simply defined as not doing what you are supposed to be doing when you are supposed to be doing it. When we are slothful, then we are not under the umbrella of God's grace, and sin comes readily and quickly. We get angry, lustful, curious, and even arrogant. This is why sloth is a deadly sin, for it gives birth to a host of other sins. Recreation is one of the areas where men of our culture are very slothful (nearly always overdoing it). Man then becomes slothful in the midst of his amusements. Think about it, most people sin the most while seeking to be amused. This Christmas, let us all strive to give gifts that help our loved ones fulfill their duties - not gifts that distract them and make them slothful.
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