1560s, from John Calvin (1509-1564), Protestant reformer, + -ism. Alternative form Calvinian was in use in 1566. Generalized association with stern moral codes and predestination is attested since at least 1853. Related: Calvinist.
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1. Calvinism was the most convenient religion since the days of the ancients.
加尔文主义是自古以来最方便的宗教.
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2. This denomination has its origins in Calvinism.
这一教派源自加尔文教.
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3. American society in 19 th century - led by American " Calvinism " and Presbyterian Church.
19世纪美国社会与文化的主流,由长老会,美国版本的 加尔文 主义领导!
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4. Historically, Emerson marks one of the largest against the Calvinism of his ancestors.
