Luke 5:3-6 Apostles catching literal fish, Luke 22:7-15 The Festival of Unleavened Bread and the Passover Lamb, Genesis 27:3-9 Get your quiver and bow and go kill wild game, Proverbs 12:27 The diligent feed on the riches of the hunt, Leviticus 17:13 Ensure your food is clean if you do eat it. Many modern people are somehow deluded into thinking that the Catholic Church or Christianity in general, somehow has a problem with the body and matter. Killing for entertainment, and not for any use or need, is wrong. Or you kill out of necessity(protecting other animals in the region, protecting people, etc.). I would not worry too much about this...there are sufficiently good reasons to want to keep your house clean and presentable. If you were killing them out of sadism, because you liked death and destruction, that would be a sin. In the video a brave young man--Coyote Peterson from the Brave Wilderness Channel on YouTube--undergoes tests of pain tolerance by seeking out ants that cause… This cannot be helped and is not a sin. Tea tree oil repels and kills ants. A soapy water spray is an effective way to get rid of flying ants, fire ants, carpenter ants, and most other ant species.In fact, it works so well as an insect repellent that you can also use it to repel cockroaches naturally.The soapy water sticks to the legs and wings of ants rendering them useless and it also washes away their chemical trail. I do eat some meat but don't enjoy it that much, I hate thinking about the way animals are ill-treated. An entertaining YouTube video called "STUNG by a BULLET ANT" has gone viral: Its popularity is a symptom of a civilization that does not know what to do with pain. Genesis 9:1-3. No, we should not kill all ants. That is a punishment in itself. "And they who do not call upon another god with Allah and do not slay the soul, which Allah has forbidden except in the requirements of justice, and (who) do not commit fornication and he who does this shall find a requital of sin;" 25:68. They are creatures that are too special so that it must be treated well. 9:35 am. Yet, 1st Timothy 4:1-3 warns about false prophets who teach doctrines of devils, forbidding to eat meat and forbidding to get married. Thanks for these, very interesting. Matthew 3:3-4 Clothes made from camel's hair and a leather belt. They freak me out a bit and that stuff's great for getting them when they hang out on the edge of the ceiling. Even if it was possible to kill all of them, the effects of their deaths would not be worth the benefits. Hadith (specific rule): WTF is wrong with you? So then eating meat is wrong too because the meat industry does not treat animals with respect. I've found this theological question raised the last time I was spray killing the little bastards. Repent of killing for fun and put it behind you. Looks like you're using new Reddit on an old browser. Leviticus 17:13 Ensure your food is clean if you do eat it. sorry for the rant, but this is a subject that really gets to me. I have been freaked out by spiders my whole life, and my new apartment is FULL of them (indoor centipedes as well to boot, which are also horrific to me). While the commandment against murder is valid, I want to point out that God knows that we must eat. Question: "What does the Bible say about cannibalism? I think it's reasonable to kill insects in your home either by extension of the principle that our immediate needs like food and clothing outweigh their lives, or by love of neighbor meaning that your friends and family will not be exposed to them and frightened if they visit you. It was not until the fall that the first animal is killed to create clothing, and not until after the flood that humans are allowed to eat other animals. Other than that, cats cannot die by eating ants as most of the household ants are harmless if ingested. yes it is a sin to kill an animal intentionally unless it is used for food. And I’m saying that Jesus, in his glorified body which is how he is now, ate fish. I do kill mosquitos if they're bothering me and I'm trying to sleep. He surrounds them with his providential care. And I do not own their life. Honestly that's how I felt, but I lacked the philosophical wherewithal to phrase it so clearly. Leviticus 11:1-3 tells us that we may eat among all the animals that are on the earth but with reservations. Medical and scientific experimentation on animals is a morally acceptable practice if it remains within reasonable limits and contributes to caring for or saving human lives. Boiling water will kill ants quickly and can travel to the queen. What is a better description of evil than intentional pain for the sake of pain alone? A survey conducted by the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) found that ant infestations are on the rise across the country, making ants America’s number one nuisance bug.Get rid of these foraging insects using eco-friendly remedies made from household items found in your pantry or at the supermarket. Mix 5 to 10 drops of tea tree oil with 2 cups of water and use as a spray. What about for your own entertainment? I know that all creation is from God, and that He thus finds them all pleasing to Him. Mix a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water in a spray bottle. iam a true animal lover, and i cannot stand cruelty. I’m mostly writing this bc I know how people will take what you wrote, it wasn’t necessarily for you. For St. Paul tells us “the wages of sin is death” (Romans 6:23). Total pacifist. If a pest is invading my home (say ants) I will destroy them but I do feel bad about it. God created those frogs, they're an amazing and beautiful part of God's creation. as far as iam concerned, there ought to be heavier penalties for those who deliberately harm animals. Then how if the ants disturb us? Get rid of ants with soapy water. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast, More posts from the Christianity community. I can only see some problem if you get rid of all insects in a biome and cause some natural unbalance or something like that... why are so many of us hard wired to find them so disgusting and repulsive. But you're doing it to protect your own emotional comfort in your home-I think that's an okayreason. Cotton balls soaked in tea tree oil will keep the ants out if placed at their entry points. None of that is sinful. You need between 5 and 10 drops of the oil in two cups of lukewarm water. The whole story is I had a sword in my farm and I was with a bunch of friends and we had the idea. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Even small animals are still living creatures with their own place in the ecosystem, they are alive and go about their lives as their nature dictates. And if the insects cause you to lose sleep or distract you from prayer, all the more reason to eliminate them either out of defense of your physical or spiritual health. Ants tend to follow edges, so look alongside baseboards, countertops, shelf boards and similar surfaces. How to Kill Ants. The fear and dread of you shall rest on every animal of the earth, and on every bird of the air, on everything that creeps on the ground, and on all the fish of the sea; into your hand they are delivered. I confessed it later in life but was unaware at the time it was so bad. This kind of cruelty is a sin but if you are just cleaning your house I guess it's different. Thank you for your thoughts! However, when applying DE, it is always best to read and follow the product label instructions. So if you kill an ant or an insect with wrath in you, you are committing a deadly sin. They're r-selected organisms, which means each reproducing adult produces waaaay more than 2 offspring. Pour White Vinegar Onto a Nest Many people recommend pouring a litre of white vinegar onto an ants nest. References. Lots of us have done similar in the past. It may not kill you physically, but spiritually, sin kills our relationship with God. Animals or ants cannot become saints. It is wrong to kill or torture animals without reason, but it is permissible to cause them pain or death out of love for one's neighbor, or for the sake of food or clothing. I'm gonna call it cruelty - it is needless, it is absolutely in no way entertaining (especially not for those poor frogs who were just minding their own business) and you neither served nature, yourself or a fellow human with their death. Then if the bug is outside you should not kill it because its in nature. Just put an equal amount of vinegar and water in a spray bottle, shake the solution, and directly spray onto the ants. it is cruel and it is rotten. Sins are like mice: they may seem harmless enough when you look at them behind glass in … And no worries, it isn't scrupulosity that made me ask so much as curiosity as to how to justify the matter if somebody ever took issue with it. So we find then disgusting because they can bring disease, but the reason they do this is because the Creation was affected by original sin. The site may not work properly if you don't, If you do not update your browser, we suggest you visit, Press J to jump to the feed. And it’s very rare for a cat to die this way. Spray it directly onto the ants to kill them, then wipe up the ants using a damp paper towel and discard them. Killing for the sake of killing alone is playing God in a way as we play judge, jury and executioner. All are welcome to participate. You’ll only kill the ants on the surface and may the ones just under. Horrible stuff just out of devilment. The Roman Catholic Church's celibacy rules are satanic, a doctrine of demons. I try to be cautious about e.g. I didn't think about the young in the nest that would starve to death. It's a matter of logic that most of them must die young. I too thought of this in the middle of spraying raid on a spider in my bathroom. It is not a sin to kill a ant. It kills ants on contact but the chances of it penetrating and killing the whole nest are slim. Is it a sin for animals to kill bugs-- Or to accidentally step on an ant? I killed some frogs a while back for fun. Answer: Cannibalism is mentioned in the Bible. 5. I'm worried about your lack of empathy. For instance I remember shooting a squirrel that had ruined my stalk in the woods. The Daniel Plan; Zondervan, 2015. Is it wrong to kill, say a fly or a mosquito if they are annoying me or stinging me? Catholic Christianity offers the world the fullness of the Christian Faith. Cats usually do not get too sick by ant repellents unless the repellent is very strong or concentrated. So if ants or other insects are disturbing you and taking your mind off god, or suppose you are not finding any food , then you can even kill and eat animals... because what is required to maintain the body is not a sin. It is acceptable to kill animals for food, and to eat meat, and make clothing from their skins. Ants really hate vinegar, and you can make a cheap, easy pesticide just using vinegar and water. Man, that Catechism... its full of good stuff, isn't it? While it's from catholic.com, it's actually a good answer for licensed/legal sport hunting: https://www.catholic.com/qa/is-hunting-for-sport-ok. You do not own their life. Search your heart, then forgive yourself and move on. People do change and for all my horrible deeds I have to live with them which makes me sad. The context of mosquitos is actually pretty interesting. Tea tree oil has been tested and proven effective in killing ants and repelling them as well. Hence it is legitimate to use animals for food and clothing. Genesis 18:8-So he took butter and milk and the calf which he had prepared, and set it before them; and he stood by them under the tree as they ate. Just curious what your thoughts are on this. It's not their fault they are bugs. That's actually where my mind was heading on the matter as well. Vinegar and water possess a strong smell that ants cannot stand. Sins are the termites of the soul, the carpenter ants that eat away at our hearts, our inner lives, the subterranean parts of our very selves. Nevertheless, for smaller ant hills or ant colonies where the queen is beneath the hill, boiling water can do the trick. Thanks! Get some help man, that's fucked up. ...why did you kill frogs for entertainment? No! Here are the best natural pest control methods to help you cope. Thanks for all the responses guys! Nuke it from orbit - it's the only way to be sure. I believe that is what was asked by the OP. One can love animals; one should not direct to them the affection due only to persons. Thus men owe them kindness. I killed some frogs a while back for fun and im wondering if it is a bad thing to do in the eyes of God or if its kind of just meaningless. That we have dominion of them. I struggle with this sometimes, silly as it might sound. /r/Christianity is a subreddit to discuss Christianity and aspects of Christian life. I used to be raw vegan and what you said above as one of my points I used to argue :) And yes, God did eat. Richgrow is highly effective but can be toxic to dogs, fish and children so make sure to apply out of reach. What about exterminators? Yes killing animals solely for fun/sport is wrong. It depends on your reason for killing them. Care for the wild: Proverbs 12:10 The godly care for their animals, but the wicked are always cruel. But, the fire ants are dangerous for your pet to ingest. Although there is no direct statement such as, “Thou shalt not eat human flesh,” the obvious indication from Scripture is that cannibalism is a terrible evil. But you're doing it to protect your own emotional comfort in your home-I think that's an okayreason. Animals, like plants and inanimate beings, are by nature destined for the common good of past, present, and future humanity. Numbers 22:31-32 Stop hitting animals. Or would it just be bad? killing for sport is just grotesque. 2415 The seventh commandment enjoins respect for the integrity of creation. All creation was made to glorify God but he gave some of it to us. They may be domesticated to help man in his work and leisure. By their mere existence they bless him and give him glory. And while it's not a sin to reject a book, I think it's a far cry for why there's so much suffering on Earth. However, you, a child of god with the knowledge of good and evil can understand what the different is between what that Lion does and say, beating a dog. Mosquitoes and flies are both pretty serious disease vectors so I feel ok about it. Genesis 9:1-3 tells us that we are placed as shepards of the Earth. This is the absolute furthest thing from the truth! I can't even kill flies now I let them out, I try not to tread on insects and even avoid stepping on those round shells on the beach. We use cookies on our websites for a number of purposes, including analytics and performance, functionality and advertising. To me, killing for fun shows a terrifying lack of character. Remember the story of Noah's ark? Everyone at some point or another unintentionally kills spiders and insects and other less visible creatures simply by walking down the street. If the bug is in your home, I believe that its okay to kill it. It was only defending its drey but I shot it out of annoyance. We are called to be stewards of God's creation, and we need to treat it with respect. 2417 God entrusted animals to the stewardship of those whom he created in his own image. I will give you some general guidelines for how to use diatomaceous earth to kill ants.