`  I would not doubt that somewhere, someone has used the term in Buddhism  as you say, perhaps to bridge the gap with Christians..  It just seems alien to me to see the word ``sin`` in the context of Buddhism.  I'm sorry to have stepped on your toes again.    On another note, the conversation with you has led me do some meditation and a lot of reading about the many sects and their views.  Honestly I am surprised at the diversity, and some of the beliefs.     `