How Do You Spell SUPRALAPSARIAN?

Pronunciation: [sˌʌpɹɐlɐpsˈe͡əɹi͡ən] (IPA)

Supralapsarian is a theological term that refers to a specific view on predestination. The word is pronounced /ˌsuːprəlæpsˈɛəriən/ and is spelled with the prefix "supra-" meaning above or beyond, and "-lapsarian" derived from the Latin word 'lapsus' meaning fall or sin. Therefore, Supralapsarian refers to the belief that God chose certain individuals for salvation before the fall of Adam, going beyond the belief of Infralapsarianism which believes God's election of individuals occurred after the fall.

SUPRALAPSARIAN Meaning and Definition

1. Supralapsarian is an adjective used to describe a particular theological perspective within Calvinism, a branch of Protestant Christianity. The term derives from the Latin words "supra" meaning "above" and "lapsus" meaning "fall." In this context, it refers to the belief that God's decree of salvation was made before the fall of humanity, thus placing it "above" or prior to the fall.

   According to supralapsarianism, God's decree of election and predestination was established prior to God's foreknowledge of human sin, or even the creation of the world. In other words, God predetermined who would be saved and who would not before any human action, including the fall into sin, took place. This doctrine emphasizes the absolute sovereignty of God and portrays the fall of humanity as a part of God’s plan for displaying His glory and justice.

   Supralapsarianism stands in contrast to infralapsarianism, which takes a different chronological view. Infralapsarians believe that God's decree of election and predestination came after (or "below") the fall, emphasizing God's response to human sin rather than predetermining it.

   Supralapsarianism has been a subject of much debate among theologians throughout history, with varying interpretations and implications. While not commonly used in everyday language, the term is important for understanding and discussing the nuances of theological positions within Calvinism.

2. • Pert. to.

   • One who holds that the fall of our first parents, with all its consequences, was predestined from all eternity, as well as the degree of election, by which a part of the human race were to be saved by the Redeemer.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for SUPRALAPSARIAN

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Etymology of SUPRALAPSARIAN

The word "Supralapsarian" is derived from two Latin roots: "supra", meaning "above" or "before", and "lapsus", meaning "fall" or "the fall". The term is primarily used in Reformed theology, particularly within Calvinism, to refer to a specific theological position. In Supralapsarianism, it is believed that God's decree of predestination (choosing who will be saved or damned) comes before His decree to permit the fall of humanity into sin.