Calvinism
Calvinism
Calvinism (/ˈkælvɪnɪzəm/; also called the Reformed tradition, Reformed Christianity, Reformed Protestantism, or the Reformed faith) is a major branch of Protestantism that follows the theological tradition and forms of Christian practice set down by John Calvin and other Reformation-era theologians.
Etymology
The term Calvinism can be misleading, because the religious tradition it denotes is and has always been diverse, with a wide range of influences rather than a single founder. The movement was first called "The Theology of Calvin" or "Calvin's Theology" which later became "Calvinism".
History
Calvinism originated with the Reformation in Switzerland when Huldrych Zwingli began preaching what would become the first form of the Reformed doctrine in Zurich in 1519.
Theology
Calvinism is known for its distinctive doctrine of predestination and election, as well as its emphasis on the sovereignty of God, the authority of the Bible and the necessity of grace through faith in Christ.
Related Terms
- Predestination: In theology, predestination is the doctrine that all events have been willed by God.
- Election: In Christian theology, election refers to God's choosing of individuals or peoples to be the objects of his grace or to be the recipients of certain blessings.
- Sovereignty of God: The doctrine that God is the comprehensive rule of all creation as its king.
- Grace: In Christian theology, grace is the free and unmerited favor of God as manifested in the salvation of sinners and the bestowing of blessings.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Calvinism
- Wikipedia's article - Calvinism
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