On The Predestination Of The Saints

On The Predestination Of The Saints, written by Saint Augustine of Hippo in the 5th century, defends the doctrine of predestination and grace against the semi-Pelagians. Augustine argues that both the beginning and increase of faith are gifts from God, countering the belief that human merit initiates salvation. He acknowledges his earlier misconceptions on the topic and emphasizes that faith is a divine gift, not a result of human works. This work is significant for its theological insights and its role in the development of Christian doctrine regarding grace and predestination.