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[edit] Gluttony v. Obesity=

You can describe both hypocrisy and gluttony with the following pictures: [1] [2] --Svetovid 13:22, 13 March 2007 (UTC)

Gluttony is not the same as obesity. Obesity is normally derived from gluttony, but not always. Gluttony doesn't mean to be fat - some people can eat excessively (and, therefore, be gluttonous), but still be thin. Also, a hyperactive thyroid, metabolic problems and hormonal disorders (such as Cushing's Syndrome) can lead to obesity, but not gluttony (excessive eating). You can't simply look at someone who is overweight and assume they are gluttonously sinning. You can only know by their eating habits. --PoeticX 05:22, 16 March 2007 (UTC)

[edit] The image caption.

The image of a pile of cakes is captioned "An excessive pile of cakes for a gluttonous child" when it could also be for a gluttonous adult. 219.90.222.150 09:10, 26 January 2007 (UTC)

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[edit] proposed section

I propose this section to be added Maria Bernada 17:40, 5 May 2008 (UTC)

[edit] Analysis of the sin of gluttony by St. Gregory the Great[1]

St. Gregory the Great, a doctor of the Church, described five ways by which one can commit sin of gluttony:

  1. Eating before the time of meal in order to satisfy the palate.
  2. Seeking delicacies and better quality of food to gratify the "vile sense of taste."
  3. Seeking after sauces and seasonings for the enjoyment of the palate.
  4. Exceeding the necessary amount of food.
  5. Taking food with too much eagerness, although eating the proper amount.
The fifth way is worse than all others, said the saint, because it shows attachment to pleasure that comes with eating.

To recapitulate, St. Gregory the Great says that one may succumb to the sin of gluttony by:

  1. time (when)
  2. quality
  3. stimulants
  4. quantity
  5. Eagerness