The Synod of Dordt (9): The case of Conrad Vorstius
This article examines the Synod of Dort's examination and condemnation of Conrad Vorstius, who succeeded James Arminius at Leiden and promoted Socinian heresies denying the Trinity and Christ's deity. Kuiper details the synod's formal charges against Vorstius across multiple doctrinal points and demonstrates the broad international consensus against his false teachings, illustrating how the Synod of Dort addressed heterodox doctrine beyond the primary Remonstrant controversy.
"…These stones shall be a memorial unto the children of Israel forever." -- Joshua 4:7c The third phase of the Synod included sessions 58-154, lasting from January 14 to May 9, 1619. During this phase Synod deliberated regarding its response to the Remonstrant error and prepared the Canons of Dordt. In early May Synod also treated three cases of alleged false teaching: it condemned the four Remonstrant ministers from Kampen (see blog posts at dordt400.org); it condemned Conrad Vorstius; and...
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