II) Sin and Forgiveness in Islam - 1.The Lexicographic Interpretation of Sin and Forgiveness

II) Sin and Forgiveness in Islam:

1.The Lexicographic Interpretation of Sin and Forgiveness:

Sin can be defined in Islam as follows:

- Breaking of the law of God on purpose or the state or condition resulting from this act.

- Wrong doing of any kind; immoral act.

- A violation of any Islamic rule or standard, as

of taste or propriety.

Forgiveness can be defined in Islam as follows:

- To give up the wish to punish or get even with an enemy or offender.

- Not have hard feelings at or towards others.

- To give up all claims for damage inflicted on

you by others.

According to Islam, to err or commit a sin is human, to forgive is divine.