Definition of Calvinism

1. Noun. The theological system of John Calvin and his followers emphasizing omnipotence of God and salvation by grace alone.

Generic synonyms: Protestantism
Derivative terms: Calvinist, Calvinistic

Definition of Calvinism

1. n. The theological tenets or doctrines of John Calvin (a French theologian and reformer of the 16th century) and his followers, or of the so-called calvinistic churches.

Definition of Calvinism

1. Noun. The Christian denomination based upon the doctrines of John Calvin, which place emphasis on the sovereignty of God and which distinctively include the doctrine of predestination (that a special few are predetermined for salvation, while others cannot attain it). ¹

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Calvary
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Calvatia
Calvatia gigantea
Calve
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Calvert Vaux
Calvin
Calvin Benson cycle
Calvin Coolidge
Calvin Klein
Calvin Richard Klein
Calvin cycle
Calvinball
Calvinism
Calvinist
Calvinistic
Calvinistic Baptist
Calvinistical
Calvinists
Calvinize
Calvinized
Calvinizes
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