Jump to: Topical • Webster's • Concordance • Thesaurus • Greek • Hebrew • Library • Subtopics • Terms Topical Encyclopedia Depravity, in theological terms, refers to the inherent corruption and sinfulness of human nature due to the Fall of Man. This concept is rooted in the belief that all humans are born with a sinful nature as a result of Adam and Eve's disobedience in the Garden of Eden. The doctrine of depravity underscores the need for divine grace and redemption through Jesus Christ.Biblical Foundation The concept of depravity is primarily derived from several key passages in the Bible. In Genesis 6:5, the extent of human wickedness is described: "Then the LORD saw that the wickedness of man was great upon the earth, and that every inclination of the thoughts of his heart was altogether evil all the time." This verse highlights the pervasive nature of sin in humanity. The Apostle Paul further elaborates on human depravity in his epistle to the Romans. Romans 3:10-12 states, "As it is written: 'There is no one righteous, not even one. There is no one who understands, no one who seeks God. All have turned away; they have together become worthless; there is no one who does good, not even one.'" This passage emphasizes the universality of sin and the inability of humans to achieve righteousness on their own. Total Depravity The doctrine of total depravity, a key tenet in Reformed theology, asserts that every aspect of human nature is tainted by sin. This does not mean that humans are as evil as they could be, but rather that sin affects all parts of a person, including their will, emotions, and intellect. Ephesians 2:1-3 describes the spiritual state of humanity: "As for you, you were dead in your trespasses and sins, in which you used to walk when you conformed to the ways of this world and of the ruler of the power of the air, the spirit who is now at work in the sons of disobedience. All of us also lived among them at one time, fulfilling the cravings of our flesh and indulging its desires and thoughts. Like the rest, we were by nature children of wrath." The Need for Redemption The doctrine of depravity underscores the necessity of salvation through Jesus Christ. Romans 5:12-19 contrasts the disobedience of Adam with the redemptive work of Christ: "Therefore, just as sin entered the world through one man, and death through sin, so also death was passed on to all men, because all sinned... For just as through the disobedience of the one man the many were made sinners, so also through the obedience of the one man the many will be made righteous." Human Inability and Divine Grace Depravity highlights human inability to achieve salvation through personal effort or merit. Ephesians 2:8-9 affirms, "For it is by grace you have been saved through faith, and this not from yourselves; it is the gift of God, not by works, so that no one can boast." This passage emphasizes that salvation is a result of God's grace, not human effort. Conclusion The doctrine of depravity serves as a foundational element in understanding the human condition and the necessity of divine intervention for salvation. It points to the profound need for the transformative power of the Gospel and the work of the Holy Spirit in regenerating and sanctifying believers. Topical Bible Verses Ephesians 2:1-3And you has he quickened, who were dead in trespasses and sins; Topicalbible.org Psalm 51:5 Ephesians 2:1 Romans 3:23 1 John 1:9 Isaiah 64:6 Romans 10:9 Genesis 6:5 Jude 1:7 1 Timothy 1:10 Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (n.) The state of being depraved or corrupted; a vitiated state of moral character; general badness of character; wickedness of mind or heart; absence of religious feeling and principle.Greek 4189. poneria -- iniquity ... iniquity, wickedness. From poneros; depravity, ie (specially), malice; plural (concretely) plots, sins -- iniquity, wickedness. see GREEK poneros. ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/4189.htm - 7k 3153. mataiotes -- vanity, emptiness 2549. kakia -- wickedness 4509. rhupos -- filth Strong's Hebrew 7821a. shachatah -- perhaps slaughtering... 7821, 7821a. shachatah. 7821b . perhaps slaughtering. Transliteration: shachatah Short Definition: depravity. Word Origin from shachat ... /hebrew/7821a.htm - 5k 7843. shachath -- perhaps to go to ruin Library Moral Depravity. Moral Depravity. Moral Depravity. Whence Then Proceeds this Depravity of Human Nature? Depravity Lies at the Bottom of Demon-Worship. Notwithstanding the Depravity of Man's Soul by Original Sin, There ... Of the Incurable Depravity of Spiritual Wickednesses. Of those who Assert that all Catholics who Continue in the Faith ... Contents. Lecture I. Introduction to the Treatise that no one Can Harm the Man who Does ... 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