- Whether original sin is equally in all?
Whether original sin is equally in all?
Objections
❌ Objection 1 : It would seem that original sin is not equally in all. Because original sin is inordinate concupiscence, as stated above (Article [3]). Now all are not equally prone to acts of concupiscence. Therefore original sin is not equally in all.
❌ Objection 2 : Further, original sin is an inordinate disposition of the soul, just as sickness is an inordinate disposition of the body. But sickness is subject to degrees. Therefore original sin is subject to degrees.
❌ Objection 3 : Further, Augustine says (De Nup. et Concep. i, 23) that "lust transmits original sin to the child." But the act of generation may be more lustful in one than in another. Therefore original sin may be greater in one than in another.