Kalwinici

Kalwinici refers to adherents of Calvinism, a theological system within Protestant Christianity. This system is named after its founder, John Calvin, a French theologian and pastor who lived during the Protestant Reformation. Calvinism emphasizes the sovereignty of God in all things, including salvation. Key tenets include predestination, the belief that God has foreordained who will be saved, and the doctrine of irresistible grace, which suggests that those chosen by God cannot resist His calling. Other important doctrines include the TULIP acronym: Total Depravity, Unconditional Election, Limited Atonement, Irresistible Grace, and Perseverance of the Saints.

Kalwinici believe that the Bible is the ultimate authority in matters of faith and practice. They typically practice infant baptism and hold a view of the Lord's Supper as a spiritual presence of Christ rather than a literal transformation of bread and wine. Churches that follow Calvinist theology are often referred to as Reformed churches, Presbyterian churches, or Congregational churches, depending on their denominational structure and historical development. The movement spread widely across Europe and later to other parts of the world, influencing the development of various Protestant traditions and denominations.