Seven Roads to Hell

No one ends up in hell simply by committing abstract sins; its our unique character traits, talents, and life experiences that guide us down specific paths—one of the seven capital sins. Each of us is drawn to a particular road based on who we are and where we find ourselves. The signs on these roads read pride, covetousness, lust, anger, gluttony, envy, or sloth. The capital sins are deemed capital because they are of primary importance, often giving rise to a multitude of other sins. For instance, pride can lead to boasting and hypocrisy, while envy breeds hatred and discord. The slothful person becomes idle, neglecting spiritual duties and obligations. Each path leads to further sin, and they all ultimately converge at one destination hell. The critical question is whether we are unwittingly traveling down one of these perilous roads. (From the Introduction)