In what year did Presbyterianism start?

Answer 1

First, Presbyterian is the name of a denomination (or of a set of related denominations), not a religion. Presbyterians are a part of the Christian religion.

Now as to when the Presbyterian denomination started. Generally it is considered to have started with John Calvin and his preaching and theological school in Geneva, Switzerland. That places it's beginning at 1536, when Calvin published the first version of his influential work "Institutes of the Christian Religion" and was recruited to lead the church in Geneva.

Answer 2

Presbyterianism has its roots in the 16th century. The most common date given for this event is 1517, when the Protestant Reformation began, before continuing throughout Europe. The major root of Presbyterianism is from when the church was reformed in 1560, in Scotland.

Answer 3

It started around the 12th century in the British Isles. John Calvin was a main figure in forming the Presbyterian church.

Answer 4

Presbyterians trace their history to the 16th century and the Protestant Reformation.

Answer 5

Presbyterian churches were first formed after the Protestant Reformation in the 16th century. The First Book of Discipline was published in 1560 and detailed the sect.