Evaluation of Augustine's Beliefs

The belief that all humans inherit original sin due to Adam's sin, affecting their ability to make moral choices.

A state of mind where someone acts against their better judgment due to weakness of will.

The time before the Fall of Adam and Eve, characterized by innocence, harmony, and a close relationship with God.

The time after the Fall of Adam and Eve, marked by sin, suffering, and separation from God.

Human tendencies towards sinful desires, often stemming from pride, greed, and lust.

Unconditional and selfless love for God and others, free from selfish motives.

The belief that God's grace is necessary for salvation, and humans are incapable of achieving it on their own.

The belief that humans have free will to choose good over evil and achieve salvation through their own efforts.

A strong physical or sexual attraction between two people.

A state of innocence, purity, and harmony, characterized by complete freedom from sin and separation from God.

The separation between humanity and God, caused by the Fall of Adam and Eve.

God's undeserved and free act of love, offered to humans even though they don't deserve it.

The first death, referring to the spiritual separation of Adam from God, caused by his disobedience.

The physical death of every human being, seen as a consequence of the Fall.

The practice of self-restraint and control, particularly regarding desires and impulses.

The belief that the Fall of Adam affects all humans, making them inherit sin and become susceptible to temptation.

The belief that God has already determined who will be saved and who will not.

The idea that salvation is achieved through personal merit and good deeds.

A passionate atheist and evolutionary biologist who criticizes the literal interpretation of Genesis.

A French philosopher who believed in individual freedom and responsibility.

An advocate for free will, believing in God's justice and individuals' ability to overcome sin.

An Austrian neurologist who emphasized the importance of sex and sexuality in human development.

The belief that humans are born with a clean slate, not inherently sinful but capable of making choices.

The period when Adam and Eve were in a state of harmony with God, before the Fall.

The period of time after the Fall, characterized by sin, suffering, and a broken relationship with God.

The temptation to eat from the tree of knowledge of good and evil, resulting in humanity knowing good and evil, leading to sin.

The belief that human nature is fundamentally good and capable of making moral choices without divine intervention.

The belief that human nature is inherently flawed and sinful, requiring divine grace for salvation.