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Originating with the fall, it is revealed by conscience, the law and the Holy Spirit.

Knowledge of sin as a result of the fall

Genesis 3:1-13 See also Genesis 2:16-17; Genesis 3:22

Knowledge of sin through conscience

Romans 2:14-15 See also 1 Samuel 24:5-6; 2 Samuel 24:10; Hebrews 10:22

Knowledge of sin through the law

Romans 3:20 See also Romans 5:13; Romans 7:7

The law was taught to all in Israel

Leviticus 10:11 See also Deuteronomy 4:1; Deuteronomy 5:31; Deuteronomy 6:6-9

Knowledge of sin through the convicting power of the Holy Spirit

John 16:7-11 See also 1 Thessalonians 1:5

See also

3248  Holy Spirit, conviction
5008  conscience
5033  knowledge of good & evil
5375  law
6020  sin
6172  guilt
6614  atonement
6624  confession of sin
6632  conviction
6733  repentance