The Synod of Dordt (10): The case of John Maccovius

This article examines the Synod of Dort's treatment of John Maccobius, a Polish-born theologian accused of fifty doctrinal errors, particularly regarding supralapsarianism and the nature of God's predestination. The article traces Maccobius's background, the specific charges against him, and how the Synod investigated and ultimately exonerated him, providing insight into how the Reformed church addressed theological disputes through ecclesiastical process. This case study illuminates both the doctrinal debates of the era and the practical application of church discipline in the early modern Reformed tradition.