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Calvinism
Calvinism, which is also called the Reform Tradition, is one of the major and oldest branches of Protestantism and formed primarily in opposition to both the Catholic Church and the Rise of Lutheranism, composing many different Protestant sects. Calvinism primarily stems from the teachings of John Calvin. One of the distinctive teachings of Calvinism is the concept of Predestination, meaning that God has already chosen those who will go to Heaven or Hell and that there is no free will for a person to change their fate through works.
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Why was Calvin's church Successful when Zwingli's was not?
Calvin had more beliefs on the bible and understood it alot better than Zwingli
What rights did the edict of nantes extend to huguenots?
The Edict of Nantes extended to the Huguenots most religious freedoms. They could freely worship as they chose, work in most occupations, and live in most areas of the country without fear of persecution.
Why did Louis XIV persecute the Huguenots?
- They spoilt national unity as Louis wanted to create 'une foi' which was Catholicism and so they were not part of it and so challenged his absolutism. They were concentrated in the areas: Poitou, Dauphine, Languedocand Navarre.
- Louis wanted the title of the Most Christian King; he wanted to gain this title by persecuting the Protestants or converting them.
- Madame de Maintenon convinced Louis that his sexual promiscuity was unpleasing to God, and that he could only put matters right by converting heretics.
- The Holy Roman Emperor was regarded as the great Christian leader which irritated Louis as he wanted this title.The Holy Roman Emperor almost singlehandedly protected Europefrom the Turks (who were Muslim)
- He felt that he was doing them a favour as he felt they'd chosen the wrong spiritual beliefs and that they'd be damned if they didn't convert to Catholicism
- At his coronation he swore he'd extirpate heresy
- He was under pressure from the devots which was a pressure group (of devout Catholics) who were run by archbishop Bossuet to convert Huguenots
- It was an opportunity for him to demonstrate to everyone including the Pope how Catholic he was
- The memory of the siege at La Rochelle (1626-27 Louis XIII vs. Huguenots) when the Huguenots were attacked by the Catholics. Showed they had a strong military and posed a possible threat to Louis' 'une foi' and to security, felt they were getting too strong
Which idea of Luther's most influence john Calvin?
they both agreed that church teachings should be based on the words of The Bible
What was issued by Henry IV of France and protected the Huguenots' freedom of worship?
Edict of Nantes
It is my understanding that one loosely defined tenet of Calvinism is that persons cannot be freed from sin, and will continue to sin in this life. I. John 3:4 Whosoever committeth sin transgresseth also the law: for sin is the transgression of the law.
5. And ye know that he was manifested to take away our sins: and in him is no sin.
6. Whosoever abideth in him sinneth not: whosoever sinneth hath not seen him, neither known him.
7. Little children, let no man deceive you: he that doeth righteousness is righteous, even as he is righteous.
8. He that committeth sin is of the devil; for the devil sinneth from the beginning. For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of the devil.
9. Whosoever is born of God doth not commit sin;. . . Is sinning Biblical?
Calvin beleived in predestination. Some christians say this is right, others say it is wrong, but realistically, you can justify many different views in the Bible, it depends who is interpreting. Calvinism was not exclusively John Calvin's teaching. Calvin's teachings were based from scripture and he did not justify sinning at all. He taught that sinners are saved by faith in Jesus Christ through grace that comes from God himself and those who He saves He (God) chose before the fondations of the world to be conformed to the image of His Son. No one is saved apart from hearing the gospel. Upon being saved the there is a perpertual conflict within the believer between the old sin nature which is never completely done away with, and the new spiritual nature planted by God (Romans 7). Sinning is not biblical but the bible says that believers sin because of the sin nature inherited from Adam, but there is a new drive in a believer towards righteousness induced by the indwelling Holy Spirit. The apostole John never dealt with the exceptions in his writtings, he implied that a believer does not practice sin (does not live a pattern of sin) and it is him who said that "if we say that we have no sin we decieve ourselves and the truth is not in us, but if we confess our sins God is faithful and just to forgive and cleanse from all unrighteousness" 1 John 1: 8,9.
What is the puritan covenant of grace?
According to the Puritan Covenants the Covenant of Graceis God's promise to send his Spirit to the elect in order that they believe in Jesus Christ as the Son of God.
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Why was John Calvin wanted by the Catholic Church?
John Calvin certainly had his problems, but most of them were with civil authorities, in any case, he was never "wanted" by the Catholic Church. See the Catholic Encyclopedia article at the link below for an overview of his story.
The Huguenots did not use symbolism in their worship, but since they were persecuted they needed a way to be able to recognize each other. Huguenots carried the crosses with them to be able to identify each other. Interestingly enough, the Huguenot cross originated with the Catharists who many believe are the ancestors of the Huguenots of Southern France. Read: 'Huguenots and Jews of the Languedoc'. The Huguenot cross is also the same symbol used by the Occitans (Languedoc) in their flag.
The huguenot cross is a Christian religious symbol originating in France and is one of the more recognisable and popular symbols of the evangelical reformed faith. It is commonly found today as a piece of jewellery.
Symbols:
- The cross as an eminent symbol of the Christian faith, represents not only the death of Christ but also victory over death and impiety. This is represented also in the Maltese Cross.
- It is boutonné, the eight points symbolising the eight Beatitudes (Matthew 5:3-12)
- Between the arms of the cross, the stylised fleur-de-lys (which on the French Coat of Arms represent the Trinity) represent the crown of thorns. The fleur-de-lys together with the arms of the cross form the shape of a heart, which symbolises the sufferings of Christ.
- The pendant dove symbolises the Holy Spirit (Romans 8:16)
Where did the Huguenots set up their communities?
Hannah Brodeur MA Oxford........... I was wondering where the Huguenots settled. Like what countries and stuff like that here in USA. Also what did they do for hobbies and stuff like that. Who were they. How many. All that information.
Who is french huguenots in the 1600 to the1800?
the "huguenots" were the French protestants ; many of them choose to leave France and went away to the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, or the USA. The noun Forest Hill comes from instance from the huguenot Jesse de Forest who left northern France and settled in New York.
What is God's covenant of grace?
The covenant of grace is that time that started with the death and Resurrection of Jesus Christ and stops at his second physical coming. The convent of grace implies that God will judge every individual according the choice made during lifetime so three ways of judgment stand during this convent.
first we have the ones that accept Jesus Christ as saviour and Lord; and thus their names are written in the book of life (revelations). they will be judged according Christ's accomplished work on the cross. automatically they are saved by grace. (Jesus paid their penalty)
secondly we have those who never heard about Christ. they will be judged (according revelation) by their personal book of works. if their works are good enough God will make his final judgment (problem with this is that all are sinners, and all spoil God's glory). accordingly they will be given a second chance, yet this chance is given through the law that does not save, rather the law shows us our trespasses. the law (10 commandments) makes it practically impossible to be saved
thirdly here are those who heard about, yet rejected Jesus Christ entirely, they are already condemned (according the gospels)
