Who originated sin?
It is only in the Bible that we find an explanation of the origin of evil. Satan, also called the Devil and Lucifer, is the one who started sin. “The devil sinneth from the beginning” 1 John 3:8 “…That old serpent, called the Devil, and Satan.” Revelation 12:9 2. What was Satan’s name before he sinned? Where was he living at that time? Lucifer (which means “Day Star”) was living in heaven. He is symbolized by the king of Babylon in Isaiah 14 and as the king of Tyrus in Ezekiel 23. “How art thou fallen from heaven, O Lucifer, son of the morning!” Isaiah 14:12 Jesus said, “I beheld Satan as lightning fall from heaven.” Luke 10:18 “Thou wast upon the holy mountain of God.” Ezekiel 28:14 3. How did Lucifer originate? A. Lucifer was created by God, as were all the angels (Ephesians 3:9, Ezekiel 28:13-15). B. He was originally a “covering” cherub, or angel.(Ezekiel 28:14) The covering cherubs are angels which stand on the left and right sides of God’s throne. Their wings touch at the tips
