Author Bio: John Calvin had Lutheran beliefs. He developed Calvinism and showed new forms of church government. He developed strict regulations of life and beliefs. He was a pastor during the protestant reformation.
Summary: There is no fairness in the equality of all people on certain terms. While some go to heaven other go to hell. And every person was created for one of those two ends. Predestination signifies life or death to all people. We believe that it is gods choosing to say who he will reward and whom he will put to doom. All events are willed by god and his justification comes from the manifestation. Those who refute Predestination will be put to doom and it is more misunderstood and that is why people refute it.
Context/Date: The document is dated 1536. During this time the church was under reformation by philosophers and writers who disagreed with what they did and how they had their power. Many writings went towards refuting the belief that god has will.
Key Quotation:
- "By predestination we mean the eternal decree by god, Which by determined with himself he wished to happen withe every man."
- "All are not created on equal terms, But some are preordained to eternal life, other to eternal Damnation"
Identifying Characteristics: The tone is very affirmative of the idea of Calvinism. The author seems very confident in his beliefs therefore coming across as if it is the ultimate truth, but it is only his ultimate truth and that of his believers/followers. Calvin emphasizes God and His complete rule over humans' fate. The vocabulary is straightforward and therefore easy to understand by all.
ReplyDeleteSome points to consider: I think most of us are familiar with the concept of predestination and John Calvin, but a tad more detail could have added to our growing understanding. Also, you could have included a brief explanation on the relationship between man and God under the idea of predestination. Finally, I think that your last key quotation perfectly summarizes the main idea.
Good quote selection
ReplyDeleteJohn Calvin would be considered the second wave of reformers. A French theologian, he sought to clarify the teachings of Christianity and to build a Godly city on Earth. His ideas emerged in the context of political and social rebellion and it must be noted that he was forced from France due to religious persecution. Calvin is noted for his systemization of Protestant dotrine.
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