The document discusses the meaning and teachings about sin from both the Old and New Testaments. It defines sin as a transgression against divine law and moral evil from a religious perspective. The Bible teaches that sin originated with Adam and Eve and separated humans from God. While some views of human depravity differ on how much sin corrupts human nature, the Bible says all have sinned. Sin is only forgiven through Jesus Christ's sacrifice. The doctrines about sin help people understand God and his will.