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Blasphemy

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The question

Is blasphemy against the Holy spirit is forgivable if you repent of that sin?

The answer

Since we repent, then this sin is not blasphemy against the Holy Spirit. Blasphemy against the Holy Spirit is not to repent till the person dies.

Answered by His Eminence Metropolitan Youssef (opens in a new tab)

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