1. augustine
His views were observed as a true threat to Christianity's entire existence . ... Whether man chooses evil opposed to virtue or vice versa, the according fault or praise would lie within himself and none other. ... The basis of Augustine's rebuttal to Pelagius" views began with his opposing beliefs of original sin. ... Augustine viewed this intervention of God to be essential throughout man's entire lifetime and not just the cleansing of original sin. ... Pelagius" views were not mere inconsistencies with the teachings of the Church. ...
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