Term
Reformed (Calvinism)
A theological tradition, also known as Calvinism, that affirms God's absolute sovereignty, unconditional election, and irresistible grace.
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Definition
Another term for the theological tradition known as Calvinism. Affirms God's absolute sovereignty, unconditional election, and irresistible grace.
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- Synonym of
- CalvinismTerm
- Includes
- consistoryTerm
- Covenant TheologyTerm
- Related to
- PredestinationTerm
- Broader than
Sources
- 1.Wayne A. Grudem Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Biblical Doctrine. 2nd ed.. (Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Academic, 2020). 16B.3Original citation: Grudem, Wayne A. Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Biblical Doctrine. 2nd ed. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Academic, 2020, 16B.3.
Last revised August 14, 2026