Calvinist
(noun)
A follower of the theological system of John Calvin and his successors, which emphasizes the sovereignty of God, the depravity of human nature, and the doctrine of predestination.
Origin:
From the name of john calvin (1509-1564), french theologian and religious reformer, whose teachings form the basis of calvinism.
Examples:
- The church was primarily made up of Calvinists.
- The theologian was a prominent Calvinist.
- The minister gave a sermon on the teachings of Calvinism.
- The Calvinist doctrine of predestination was a point of debate among the scholars.
- The Calvinist belief in the sovereignty of God is a central tenet of the faith.