Augustine's teachings on Human Nature

Question 1

Critically assess the significance of Augustine’s teaching on human relationships before the Fall.
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Answer 1

1) The will + lust
2) Have to accept the literal Fall
3) Human relationship w/ God

Question 2

Critically assess Augustine’s teaching on Original Sin.
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Answer 2

1) Requires acceptance of the Fall
2) Oversimplifies human nature
3) Contradicts God’s Grace/benevolence

Question 3

Critically assess Augustine’s teaching that Original Sin is the reason why humans lack free will.
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Answer 3

1) Requires acceptance of the Fall
2) Accept Original Sin
3) Contradicts God’s Grace/benevolence

Question 4

‘We have only to look at human societies to see that Augustine’s teaching on Original Sin was correct.’ Discuss.
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Answer 4

1) Oversimplifies human nature
2) Original Sin is unconvincing
3) God’s Grace is flawed

Question 5

Assess Augustine’s claim that only God’s grace can overcome human sin.
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Answer 5

1) Have to accept the Fall (logic)
2) Oversimplifies human nature
3) Contradicts God’s benevolence

Question 6

Exam specification (Augustine)

Answer 6

• God’s Grace
• Human relationships
• Original sin + its effects