amyraldism
|a-myr-al-dism|
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/əˈmɪrəldɪzəm/
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/əˈmɪərəldɪzəm/
modified Calvinism
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amyraldism' originates from the name of the French theologian 'Moïse Amyraut', who proposed this doctrine in the 17th century.
Historical Evolution
'amyraldism' was derived from the teachings of Moïse Amyraut and became a recognized theological term in English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it was a specific theological stance within Protestantism, and it remains so today.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a theological doctrine that modifies Calvinism by asserting that Christ's atonement was intended for all people, but its efficacy is only for the elect.
Amyraldism attempts to reconcile the universal offer of salvation with the doctrine of predestination.
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