edwards
Definition
Proper noun: - Jonathan Edwards: An American theologian, preacher, and philosopher. He was a central figure in the religious revival movement known as the First Great Awakening in the American colonies during the 18th century. His sermons and writings are noted for their intellectual rigor and emphasis on the sovereignty of God, sin, and redemption.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The theological works of Edwards are still studied in universities today.
- Edwards delivered his famous sermon "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God" in 1741.
Advanced Usage
- "Edwardsian" (adjective): Pertaining to the theology, style, or ideas of Jonathan Edwards.
- The preacher delivered an Edwardsian sermon focused on divine justice.
Variants and Related Words
- Great Awakening: The period of religious revival in which Edwards was a key leader.
- Calvinism: The theological tradition with which Edwards' work is often associated.
- Puritan: Relating to the religious group and intellectual tradition that influenced Edwards.
Synonyms
- Theologian: A person who engages in the study of the nature of God and religious belief.
- Preacher: A person who delivers religious sermons.
Notes
- The word "Edwards" in this specific, historical sense almost exclusively refers to Jonathan Edwards. It is a proper noun used as a surname. In general usage without context, "Edwards" is simply a common English surname (e.g., a person named John Edwards). The definition provided here is for the significant historical figure.
Noun
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American theologian whose sermons and writings stimulated a period of renewed interest in religion in America (1703-1758)
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