Author |
Taylor, Thomas, 1738-1816 |
Title |
A Solemn Caution Against the Ten Horns of Calvinism
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Note |
Reading ease score: 63.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Credits |
Produced by Keith G. Richardson
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Summary |
"A Solemn Caution Against the Ten Horns of Calvinism" by Thomas Taylor is a theological treatise written in the early 19th century. The book challenges the principles of Calvinism, particularly its doctrine of predestination, arguing against its implications on divine justice and morality. Taylor aims to present a perspective that emphasizes God's love and mercy towards all humanity as opposed to the restrictive views of Calvinist thought. In the text, Taylor critiques the tenets of unconditional predestination, arguing that they cast a shadow on God's character by suggesting that He ordains sin and suffering. He provides a detailed examination of various biblical passages that he believes contradict the notion of absolute predestination, asserting that such beliefs render God's promises, invitations to repentance, and moral accountability meaningless. Throughout the work, Taylor makes a case for universal redemption and the inherent goodness of God, positioning his arguments against the harsh doctrines he associates with Calvinism, encouraging readers to embrace a view of God that is loving and accessible to all. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements
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Subject |
Calvinism -- Controversial literature
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
28172 |
Release Date |
Feb 24, 2009 |
Most Recently Updated |
Jan 4, 2021 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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