A Treatise on Nature and Grace

In this profound exploration, St. Augustine investigates the relationship between nature and grace, arguing that human nature, marred by the sinful legacy of Adam, is in dire need of divine grace for redemption and the attainment of righteousness. He emphasizes that the inherent faults of human nature justly lead to retribution, while grace is bestowed freely, independent of personal merit. Augustine asserts that those who fail to embrace this grace face rightful condemnation.