Title John Davenant's hypothetical universalism : a defense of Catholic and reformed Orthodoxy / Michael J. Lynch

Published New York, NY : Oxford University Press, [2021] ©2021

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Description 1 online resource (x, 255 pages) Series Oxford studies in historical theology Oxford studies in historical theology. Contents Prolegomena -- The extent of Christ's work from the early church to Gottschalk -- Lombardian formula in the sixteenth and early seventeenth century -- John Davenant and the Synod of Dordt -- John Davenant's hypothetical universalism -- John Davenant's covenant theology -- Davenant on the will of God and the divine decrees Summary "John Davenant's hypothetical universalism has consistently been misinterpreted and misrepresented as a via media between Arminianism and Reformed theology. This study examines Bishop John Davenant's hypothetical universalism in the context of early modern Reformed orthodoxy. In light of the various misunderstandings of early modern hypothetical universalism, including English hypothetical universalism, as well as the paucity of studies touching on the theology of John Davenant in particular, this dissertation: (1) Gives a detailed exposition of Davenant's doctrine of universal redemption in dialogue with his understanding of closely related doctrines such as God's will, predestination, providence, and covenant theology; and (2) defends the thesis that Davenant's version of hypothetical universalism represents a significant strand of the Augustinian tradition, including the early modern Reformed tradition. In service of these two aims, this dissertation examines the patristic and medieval periods as they provide the background for the Lutheran, Remonstrant, and Reformed reactions to the so-called Lombardian formula ("Christ died sufficiently for all; effectually for the elect"). Moreover, it traces how Davenant and his fellow British delegates at the Synod of Dordt shaped the Canons of Dordt in such a way as to allow for their English hypothetical universalism. A careful exposition of the various theses found in Davenant's De Morte Christi makes up the central core of this dissertation. Finally, this study explores Davenant's covenant theology and doctrine of the divine will"-- Provided by publisher Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index Notes Description based on online resource; title from digital title page (viewed on May 27, 2021) Subject Davenant, John, approximately 1572-1641. SUBJECT Davenant, John, approximately 1572-1641 fast Subject Church of England -- Biography. Church of England. Diocese of Salisbury. Bishop. SUBJECT Church of England fast Church of England. Diocese of Salisbury. Bishop fast Synod of Dort (1618-1619 : Dordrecht, Netherlands) http://id.loc.gov/authorities/names/n50073056 Synod of Dort fast Subject Universalism. Reformed Church -- Doctrines -- History Church -- Catholicity. Bishops -- England -- Biography Bishops Church -- Catholicity Reformed Church -- Doctrines Universalism England Genre/Form Electronic books Biographies History Biographies. Biographies. Form Electronic book LC no. 2020056002 ISBN 9780197555163 0197555160 0197555152 9780197555170 0197555179 9780197555156

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