Definition and Overview:
Gluttony is traditionally understood as the overindulgence and overconsumption of food and drink. In a broader sense, it can also refer to excessive indulgence in any form of material pleasure. Within the Christian tradition, gluttony is considered one of the seven deadly sins, reflecting its serious nature as a vice that can lead to spiritual and moral decay.

Biblical References:
The Bible addresses the issue of gluttony in several passages, warning against the dangers of excessive indulgence. In Proverbs 23:20-21 , it is written: "Do not join those who drink too much wine or gorge themselves on meat. For the drunkard and the glutton will come to poverty, and drowsiness will clothe them in rags." This passage highlights the potential consequences of gluttony, including poverty and laziness.

In the New Testament, the Apostle Paul advises moderation and self-control, virtues that stand in opposition to gluttony. Philippians 3:19 describes those who are led by their appetites: "Their end is destruction, their god is their belly, and their glory is in their shame. Their minds are set on earthly things." Here, Paul warns against allowing physical desires to dominate one's life, emphasizing the spiritual peril of such a path.

Theological Implications:
Gluttony is seen as a sin because it represents a lack of self-control and a prioritization of physical desires over spiritual well-being. It can lead to a focus on temporal pleasures rather than eternal values, drawing individuals away from their relationship with God. The sin of gluttony is not merely about food but is symbolic of a deeper spiritual issue—placing one's desires above God's will.

Moral and Ethical Considerations:
From a moral standpoint, gluttony is viewed as a failure to exercise the virtue of temperance. It reflects a disordered love, where the pursuit of pleasure becomes an end in itself rather than a means to sustain life and health. The ethical implications of gluttony extend to issues of stewardship and justice, as overconsumption can lead to wastefulness and neglect of the needs of others.

Practical Advice:
Christians are encouraged to practice moderation and self-discipline in all areas of life. Fasting and prayer are traditional spiritual disciplines that can help combat the temptation of gluttony by fostering a spirit of dependence on God rather than on material sustenance. By cultivating gratitude and contentment, believers can resist the pull of excessive indulgence and live in a manner that honors God.

Historical and Cultural Context:
Throughout church history, gluttony has been recognized as a vice that can hinder spiritual growth. Early church fathers, such as St. Augustine and St. Thomas Aquinas, wrote extensively on the dangers of gluttony, emphasizing the importance of self-control and the pursuit of virtue. In various Christian traditions, gluttony has been addressed through teachings on asceticism and the importance of living a disciplined life.

Conclusion:
While gluttony may seem like a minor fault in a world that often celebrates excess, it is a sin that can have profound spiritual consequences. By understanding the biblical teachings on gluttony and striving to live a life of moderation and self-control, Christians can better align themselves with God's will and experience the fullness of life that He intends.Proverbs 23:20-21
Be not among winebibbers; among riotous eaters of flesh:
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Luke 7:34
The Son of man is come eating and drinking; and you say, Behold a gluttonous man, and a drunkard, a friend of publicans and sinners!
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Romans 13:13
Let us walk honestly, as in the day; not in rioting and drunkenness, not in chambering and wantonness, not in strife and envying.
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Proverbs 23:21
For the drunkard and the glutton shall come to poverty: and drowsiness shall clothe a man with rags.
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Deuteronomy 21:20
And they shall say to the elders of his city, This our son is stubborn and rebellious, he will not obey our voice; he is a glutton, and a drunkard.
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Hebrews 12:16
Lest there be any fornicator, or profane person, as Esau, who for one morsel of meat sold his birthright.
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(n.) Excess in eating; extravagant indulgence of the appetite for food; voracity.

Whether Gluttony is a Sin?
... OF GLUTTONY (SIX ARTICLES) Whether gluttony is a sin? Objection 1: It would
seem that gluttony is not a sin. For our Lord said (Mat ...
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Whether Gluttony is the Greatest of Sins?
... OF GLUTTONY (SIX ARTICLES) Whether gluttony is the greatest of sins? Objection
1: It would seem that gluttony is the greatest of sins. ...
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Whether Gluttony is a Mortal Sin?
... OF GLUTTONY (SIX ARTICLES) Whether gluttony is a mortal sin? Objection 1:
It would seem that gluttony is not a mortal sin. For every ...
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Whether Gluttony is a Capital vice?
... OF GLUTTONY (SIX ARTICLES) Whether gluttony is a capital vice? Objection
1: It would seem that gluttony is not a capital vice. For ...
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Of Gluttony (Six Articles)
... OF GLUTTONY (SIX ARTICLES). We must now consider gluttony. Under this head there
are six points of inquiry: (1) Whether gluttony is a sin? ...
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Whether the Species of Gluttony are Fittingly Distinguished?
... OF GLUTTONY (SIX ARTICLES) Whether the species of gluttony are fittingly
distinguished? ... xxx, 18): "The vice of gluttony tempts us in five ways. ...
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Whether Six Daughters are Fittingly Assigned to Gluttony?
... OF GLUTTONY (SIX ARTICLES) Whether six daughters are fittingly assigned
to gluttony? Objection 1: It would seem that six daughters ...
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Book v. Of the Spirit of Gluttony.
... Prolegomena. Book V. Of the Spirit of Gluttony. Of the Spirit of Gluttony. ...
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Of the Nature of Gluttony, which May be Illustrated by the Simile ...
... II. Second Conference of Abbot Moses. Chapter XX. Of the nature of gluttony,
which may be illustrated by the simile of the eagle. ...
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Of the Lasting Character of Gluttony as Described to Some ...
... Chapter XXI. Of the lasting character of gluttony as described to some philosophers. ...
But I was never able altogether to get rid of the incentives to gluttony. ...
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Gluttony (2 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Gluttony (2 Occurrences). Matthew 11:19 The Son of
Man came eating and drinking, and they exclaim, 'See this man! ...
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Gnash (12 Occurrences)

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Yet (1244 Occurrences)
... given to gluttony and tippling, and a friend of tax-gatherers and notorious sinners!'
And yet Wisdom is vindicated by her actions." (WEY NAS RSV). ...
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Vindicated (10 Occurrences)
... given to gluttony and tippling, and a friend of tax-gatherers and notorious sinners!'
And yet Wisdom is vindicated by her actions." (WEY NAS). ...
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Notorious (16 Occurrences)
... given to gluttony and tippling, and a friend of tax-gatherers and notorious
sinners!' And yet Wisdom is vindicated by her actions." (WEY). ...
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Ostrich (9 Occurrences)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary (Lamentations 4:3), the rendering of Hebrew
pl. enim; so called from its greediness and gluttony. The ...
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Gluttons (3 Occurrences)

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Tippling (1 Occurrence)
... given to gluttony and tippling, and a friend of tax-gatherers and notorious
sinners!' And yet Wisdom is vindicated by her actions." (WEY). ...
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Tax-gatherers (16 Occurrences)
... given to gluttony and tippling, and a friend of tax-gatherers and notorious sinners!'
And yet Wisdom is vindicated by her actions." (WEY DBY YLT). ...
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Exclaim (2 Occurrences)
... given to gluttony and tippling, and a friend of tax-gatherers and notorious
sinners!' And yet Wisdom is vindicated by her actions." (WEY). ...
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