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On the connection between sickness and sin: a commentary.

Scott B Rae1

  • 1Talbot School of Theology, Biola University, La Mirada, California, USA.

Christian Bioethics
|July 26, 2006
PubMed
Summary

This study explores the connection between sin and sickness, noting that while sin can cause illness, patients are often victims. Integrating illness into life histories requires pastoral care informed by Job and Ecclesiastes.

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Area of Science:

  • Theology
  • Pastoral Care
  • Biblical Studies

Background:

  • Addresses the complex relationship between sin and sickness.
  • Responds to contemporary discussions on the topic by Eibach and Groenhut.
  • Explores theological perspectives on suffering and divine justice.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To argue for a general connection between the entrance of sin and sickness.
  • To examine specific instances of sin-causation of illness.
  • To provide guidance on pastoral care for the chronically ill.

Main Methods:

  • Biblical exegesis of relevant texts, particularly Job and Ecclesiastes.
  • Theological argumentation and synthesis.
  • Pastoral reflection on integrating illness into life narratives.

Main Results:

  • Establishes a general link between sin and sickness.
  • Identifies situations where specific sins lead to illness, and where patients are sinned against.
  • Highlights that illness can reveal sin in a patient's life.
  • Emphasizes the limitations of human understanding regarding the "why" of illness.

Conclusions:

  • Pastoral care must integrate illness with humility and sensitivity.
  • The Book of Job and Ecclesiastes offer frameworks for understanding suffering.
  • Divine presence and community support are crucial comforts for those experiencing illness.
Keywords:
Health Care and Public HealthReligious Approach

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