Topical Encyclopedia The term "depraved" refers to a state of moral corruption and wickedness, often used to describe the inherent sinful nature of humanity as understood in Christian theology. This concept is rooted in the doctrine of original sin, which posits that all humans inherit a sinful nature due to the fall of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden. The depravity of man is a central theme in Scripture, highlighting the need for divine grace and redemption through Jesus Christ.Biblical References: 1. Romans 1:28-32 : "Furthermore, since they did not see fit to acknowledge God, He gave them up to a depraved mind, to do what ought not to be done. They have become filled with every kind of wickedness, evil, greed, and depravity. They are full of envy, murder, strife, deceit, and malice. They are gossips, slanderers, God-haters, insolent, arrogant, and boastful. They invent new forms of evil; they disobey their parents. They are senseless, faithless, heartless, merciless. Although they know God’s righteous decree that those who do such things are worthy of death, they not only continue to do these things but also approve of those who practice them." This passage from Romans illustrates the depth of human depravity, describing a society that has turned away from God and embraced a lifestyle contrary to His will. The "depraved mind" mentioned here signifies a state of moral and spiritual blindness, where individuals are unable to discern or choose what is good. 2. Ephesians 4:17-19 : "So I tell you this, and insist on it in the Lord, that you must no longer walk as the Gentiles do, in the futility of their thinking. They are darkened in their understanding and alienated from the life of God because of the ignorance that is in them due to the hardness of their hearts. Having lost all sense of shame, they have given themselves over to sensuality for the practice of every kind of impurity, with a craving for more." In Ephesians, Paul warns believers against living like the Gentiles, who are described as being in a state of spiritual depravity. Their "futility of thinking" and "darkened understanding" are indicative of a life separated from God, driven by sinful desires and a hardened heart. 3. Jeremiah 17:9 : "The heart is deceitful above all things and beyond cure—who can understand it?" This verse from Jeremiah underscores the inherent deceitfulness and corruption of the human heart. It suggests that apart from divine intervention, the human condition is one of incurable depravity, emphasizing the need for God's transformative power. Theological Implications: The doctrine of total depravity, as articulated in Reformed theology, asserts that every aspect of human nature is tainted by sin, rendering individuals incapable of coming to God without His grace. This does not mean that people are as evil as they could be, but rather that sin affects all parts of a person—mind, will, emotions, and flesh. The recognition of human depravity is crucial for understanding the necessity of salvation through Jesus Christ, who offers redemption and the possibility of a renewed nature. Practical Application: Believers are called to acknowledge their own sinful nature and the need for continual repentance and reliance on the Holy Spirit. The awareness of human depravity should lead to humility, a deeper appreciation for God's grace, and a commitment to live in accordance with His will. Christians are encouraged to seek transformation through the renewing of their minds (Romans 12:2) and to walk in the Spirit, producing the fruit of righteousness. Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (imp. & p. p.) of Deprave.Greek 3806. pathos -- that which befalls one, a passion, a suffering ... a suffering. Part of Speech: Noun, Neuter Transliteration: pathos Phonetic Spelling: (path'-os) Short Definition: suffering, emotion, depraved passion, lust ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/3806.htm - 7k 1311. diaphtheiro -- to destroy utterly, to spoil, corrupt 2704. kataphtheiro -- to destroy entirely 2556. kakos -- bad, evil 268. hamartolos -- sinful 4550. sapros -- rotten, worthless 96b. adokimos -- not standing the test, rejected Library Depraved Eloquence an Injurious Accomplishment. Some Portions of the virtue have Good in Them, Others More Good ... When He had Left the Manich??ans, He Retained his Depraved ... Pelagius Denies that Human Nature Has Been Depraved or Corrupted ... Original Sin Arose from Adam's Depraved Will. Whence the Corrupt ... Christ the Great Physician. Question And. . Question Reversed Augustin Calls on victor to Correct his Errors. (See Above in Book ... On Reading. The Will. Thesaurus Depraved (12 Occurrences)... Noah Webster's Dictionary (imp. & pp) of Deprave. Multi-Version Concordance Depraved (12 Occurrences). Romans 1:24 For this reason ... /d/depraved.htm - 9k Gomer (7 Occurrences) Depravity (4 Occurrences) Deposited (10 Occurrences) Vicious (3 Occurrences) Vile (59 Occurrences) Villain (1 Occurrence) Impurity (42 Occurrences) Immorality (38 Occurrences) Reform (28 Occurrences) Resources Total depravity - is it biblical? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is semi-Pelagianism? | GotQuestions.org What is libertarian free will? | GotQuestions.org Depraved: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Depraved (12 Occurrences)Romans 1:24 Romans 1:28 Philippians 2:15 Colossians 3:5 1 Timothy 6:5 2 Timothy 3:8 Job 36:14 Psalms 15:4 Psalms 53:3 Proverbs 13:20 Ezekiel 16:47 Ezekiel 23:11 Subtopics Related Terms |
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