@article{CRSIJ26000072,
                  author = {Egenamba Emmanuel Okechukwu},
                  title = {The concept of sin as conceived in African traditional religion and Christianity: A comparative view},
                  journal = {Cosmo Research and Science International Journal},
                  year = {2025},
                  volume = {1},
                  number = {5},
                  pages = {28-65},
                  issn = {3108-1584},
                  url = {https://cosmorsij.com/published/CRSIJ26000072.pdf},
                  abstract = {The comparative study explores the concept of sin in Christianity and African Traditional Religion (ATR), examining their distinct understandings, implications and approaches to reconciliation. Through a critical analysis of theological and cultural perspectives, this research highlights the complexities of sin in both traditions, revealing differences in definition, consequences, and redemption. The study aims to contribute to a deeper understanding of the concept of sin across religious traditions promoting interfaith dialogue, cultural sensitivity and respect for diverse spiritual frameworks, ultimately fostering greater understanding and cooperation between different religious communities. African Religion has often been described as lacking clear concept of sin. Some scholars have held the view that morality completely disassociated from African Religion tries to analyze the truth or otherwise of such ideas and concept of people held of the African society. The study examines the concept of sin in Christianity and African Traditional Religion, highlighting their distinct understandings, implications and approaches to reconciliation. The study reveals that both traditions emphasize the importance of moral accountability, personal responsibility, and the need for restoration and redemption. This research contributes to a deeper understanding of the complexities of human morality and the diverse ways in which sin and moral culpability are conceptualized and addressed in different religious traditions. The findings of this study have implications for interfaith dialogue, moral education, and culturally sensitive approaches to addressing moral issues in diverse contexts. The study employs a qualitative research approach, utilizing a comparative analysis methodology to examine concept of sin in Christianity and African Traditional Religion. The study underscores the importance of interfaith dialogue and understanding, encouraging mutual respect and cooperation between ATR and Christianity.},
                  keywords = {Christianity, African Traditional Religion (ATR), Nigeria},
                  month = {March}
        }