Is suicide a mortal sin?

[ket414]

If a person is mentally ill and commits suicide, would it be considered a moral sin and go straight to hell? Also, if a person keeps commiting a sin over and over, will God just eventually give up on them? If the person just couldn’t stop hurting themselves, isn’t that a sin? Can God ever stop loving someone? Sorry that is a lot of questions.
Thanks,
K

 

[Reginald_Plum]

ket,

First, I want to make sure that you know that there is help available for suicidal feelings. Here are some resources that may prove helpful to anyone who feels tempted to harm himself:

Web address: suicidehotlines.com/
Phone: 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433)

If you need pastoral support, Catholic answers to moral questions, or the prayers of our staff, please feel free to call Catholic Answers. We are open Monday thru Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM Pacific time. The phone number is 619-387-7200.

Second, God knows you and loves you. “Yea, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not therefore: you are of more value than many sparrows (Luke 12:7).” I’ve prayed for you to know His love for you. These links should give you a starting place for growing closer to the Lord. If you have any further questions or concerns that are not answered by these links, please contact Catholic Answers directly.

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