The fallen nature of humanity leads to conflict and sin from "summary" of City of God by Saint Augustine (of Hippo)
The human race, in its fallen state, is marked by conflict and sin. This condition has its roots in the disobedience of our first parents, Adam and Eve, who succumbed to the temptation of the serpent and brought sin into the world. From that fateful moment, humanity has been plagued by the consequences of this original sin. The City of God stands in stark contrast to the earthly city, which is characterized by the pursuit of worldly desires and the striving for power and dominance. In the earthly city, conflict and sin are rampant, as individuals seek to gratify their own selfish desires at the expense of others. This selfishness and greed only serve to perpetuate the cycle of sin and conflict. The fallen nature of humanity is evident in the history of the world, marked by wars, violence, and injustice. The city of man is a place of strife and division, where individuals are pitted agai...
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