Arminius and His Declaration of Sentiments : An Annotated Translation with Introduction and Theological Commentary

by Gunter, W. Stephen

• ISBN13: 9781602585676
• ISBN10: 1602585679
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2012-11-01
• Publisher: Baylor Univ Pr

Summary

With this first direct translation of Arminius' Declaration of Sentiments into English from the original Dutch, Stephen Gunter weaves expert translation with valuable notes and theological commentary. Gunter's introduction situates this overlooked but critically important work within its rich historical context and includes a clear, illuminating discussion of the debate over predestination. What emerges is an enlightening portrait of Arminius that challenges modern misconceptions about one of the most significant sixteenth-century theologians.

Table of Contents

Standard Abbreviations	p. vii
Preface	p. xi
Introduction	p. 1
The Life and Times of Arminius
Early Years	p. 11
Student Years, 1576-1587	p. 21
Amsterdam Pastor (1587-1603) and the "First Arminian Controversy"	p. 43
The Leiden Years: A Prelude to the Declaration	p. 65
Declaration of Sentiments
A Personal History	p. 90
The Theological Declaration	p. 103
The Call for a National Synod	p. 149
A Theological Postscript
The Evangelical, Practical Theology of Jacob Arminius Conclusion	p. 161
Selected Bibliography	p. 195
Scripture Index	p. 205
Index of Authors	p. 206
Index of Subjects and Names	p. 208
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