Bible Question: What is TULIP? I have heard some use this acronym to decribe a way to salvation, but what does it stand for exactly and is it biblical? |
Bible Answer: Remdo TULIP Acronym and mnemonic tool for the five points that emerged as the defining tenets of developed Calvinism at the Synod of Dort: total depravity, unconditional election, limited atonement, irresistible grace, and perseverance of the saints. Kurian, G. T. (2001). Nelson's new Christian dictionary : Nashville, Tenn.: Thomas Nelson Pubs. As for it being Biblical that depends on you interpretation of certain passages of the Bible. To a Calvinist it is most certainly Biblical. To a non Calvinist they see it as man's explanation of things God never made completely clear. Calvinist believe that nearly every thing that happens is under God's control and desire. Non Calvinist believe man was given a free will so some decisions are left to man. There are many threads on calvinism and arminianism in this forum. do a few searches and you will learn more than you probably ever want to know about the subjects. EdB |
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