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.
加爾文主義是自古以來最方便的宗教.
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2. This denomination has its origins in Calvinism.
這一教派源自加爾文教.
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3. American society in 19 th century - led by American " Calvinism " and Presbyterian Church.