--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: If the case be such indeed, that all…" description: "\"If the case be such indeed, that all mankind are by nature in a state of total ruin, then, doubtless,the great salvation by Christ stands in direct rel..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/722/jonathan-edwards-770_cases_if-the-case-be-such-indeed-that-all-mank_528478.png" --- # If the case be such indeed, that all mankind are by nature… ![“If the case be such indeed, that all mankind are by nature in a state of total ruin, then, doubtless,the great salvation by Christ stands in direct relation to this ruin, as the remedy to the disease.” quote by Jonathan Edwards](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/722/jonathan-edwards-770_cases_if-the-case-be-such-indeed-that-all-mank_528478.png) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/722/jonathan-edwards-770_cases_if-the-case-be-such-indeed-that-all-mank_528478.png) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/722/jonathan-edwards-770_cases_if-the-case-be-such-indeed-that-all-mank_528478.png) > “If the case be such indeed, that all mankind are by nature in a state of total ruin, then, doubtless,the great salvation by Christ stands in direct relation to this ruin, as the remedy to the disease.” [Jonathan Edwards](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/jonathan-edwards/) ## 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 fundamentally broken, and only Christ’s salvation can heal that brokenness. **In simple terms:** People are flawed; only Christ can save. Key Takeaway Seek Christ’s redemption. Themes theology salvation human nature Mood reflective solemn Type theological inspirational When to use this quote - personal crisis - spiritual seeking - moral decision making Key Concepts original sin redemptive grace Questions to Reflect On - How does recognizing brokenness affect your choices? - Can salvation be found without faith? 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