The concept of original sin is illogical and goes against reason from "summary" of The Age of Reason Original Edition(Annotated) by Thomas Paine
The idea of original sin, as it is commonly understood in religious doctrine, is fundamentally flawed and does not stand up to logical scrutiny. According to this concept, all humans are born with a sinful nature inherited from Adam and Eve, who disobeyed God's command in the Garden of Eden. This belief raises several logical and ethical problems that are difficult to reconcile. First and foremost, it is illogical to hold individuals responsible for the actions of their ancestors. How can a newborn baby be held accountable for a supposed transgression committed thousands of years ago? This notion of inherited guilt goes against the very principles of justice and fairness that are suppos...
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