Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
jansenism
noun
/ˈjan.sə.nɪ.zəm/
Definition
A theological doctrine that emphasizes God’s grace and predestination, often associated with the Catholic Church’s disputes in the 17th century.
Examples
- Jansenism was a significant movement within the Catholic Church, particularly in France.
- The ideas of Jansenism led to major theological debates with the Jesuits.
Meaning
Jansenism teaches that salvation is only possible through divine grace, and that human free will is insufficient without God’s intervention.
Synonyms
- None (as it refers to a specific theological doctrine)
