Man's want of original righteousness and of holy…
“Man's want of original righteousness and of holy affections toward God, and the corruption of his moral nature and his bias toward evil is called depravity”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Human nature is inherently flawed, with a tendency toward moral corruption and evil, termed depravity.
In simple terms: People naturally have moral flaws and evil tendencies.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and guard against innate moral weakness.
Themes
morality
human nature
evil
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theoretical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- ethical decisions
- personal growth
- societal norms
Key Concepts
depravity
bias
corruption
Questions to Reflect On
- What influences our moral biases?
- Can we overcome inherent depravity?
A Different Perspective
Not all traditions accept this view.