In this state [man's fallen condition], the Free Will of…
![“In this state [man's fallen condition], the Free Will of man toward the True God is not only wounded, maimed, infirm, bent, and weakened; but it is also imprisoned, destroyed and lost. And its powers are not only debilitated and useless unless they be assisted by grace, but it has no powers…” quote by Jacobus Arminius](https://sms4smile.com/q/img-quotes/450/jacobus-arminius-59038_bent_in-this-state-man-s-fallen-condition-the_1610625.png)
“In this state [man's fallen condition], the Free Will of man toward the True God is not only wounded, maimed, infirm, bent, and weakened; but it is also imprisoned, destroyed and lost. And its powers are not only debilitated and useless unless they be assisted by grace, but it has no powers whatever except such as are excited by Divine grace.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Human free will is crippled and only revived through divine grace.
In simple terms: We are weak without God's help.
Key Takeaway
Seek divine assistance.
Themes
theology
free will
grace
Mood
hopeful
serious
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- morality decisions
- spiritual growth
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
Reformed theology
human nature
spiritual dependence
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you act responsibly without grace?
- How does grace influence moral choices?
A Different Perspective
Grace may be seen as undermining personal responsibility.