The Seven Deadly Sins of Aka

"If you had to represent yourself as one of the seven deadly sins, which one would you be and why? (If you feel that you don’t fit into any of these categories, explain why.)"

That was a question we were asked during a religion test. It was an interesting question. I had multiple answers in mind, but I only wrote one during the test.

My answer:

I would fit into the category of Greed. I always have an insatiable desire to learn more—whether it’s about the science of the world or the psychology of human beings. I want to know everything. In a way, this also aligns with Gluttony. I am always hungry for more knowledge, for things I have yet to understand, for power. I want to dominate the world.

That was the answer I wrote on the test, but I had more in mind that I didn’t have time to include.

I would also fit into the category of Sloth. I wouldn’t say I’m outright lazy, but I have a lot of talents that I don’t actively develop. I can play the violin, but I rarely practice these days. I can draw well, but why improve something I’m already good at? This, too, connects back to Greed—I’m not interested in things I already know. I crave new knowledge, new talents, and new skills.

Another category I relate to is Lust. As strange as it may sound, it’s not about constant sexual thoughts or desires. Rather, I have a deep capacity for love. I love Hinako (my girlfriend), I love Natan (my best friend), I love Hana (a story for another time). But I can’t be with all of them. I can’t date all of them, even though I love them equally. And occasionally, those kinds of thoughts do cross my mind.

I used to fit into Wrath, but I already got my revenge and dragged that person (He is also a story for another time.) into the deepest pit of despair. Right now, I hold no anger—so Wrath no longer defines me.

As for Envy, I don’t feel jealousy toward anyone. I accept who I am and how I act.

Pride, however, was an interesting one. I don’t see myself as particularly prideful, but about 85% of my class does fit into this category.

The question allowed us the option of not choosing a sin at all. Most students went with this because they believed themselves to be flawless. But ironically, that choice itself puts them in the category of Pride. Thinking of yourself as a perfect person—without any flaws—makes you the worst among the seven deadly sins.

The end.

Author’s Note:
If it wasn’t obvious, this story is actually based on my real-life experience. Fun fact—during the test, I had the idea of writing it down but completely forgot about it. Then, a week later, the newest episode of Re;Zero aired. After watching it, something clicked, and I finally sat down to write this. Funny how inspiration works, huh?

Just a heads-up—I know my interpretation of the seven deadly sins isn’t entirely accurate, so no need to flood the comments correcting me. This is simply my personal take on how they apply to me.

That’s all for now—see you in the next chapter!