Calvin and Servetus and the Origin of the Limited Atonement Doctrine: A Reply to R. R. Atchison is a book written by Ahaz Nicholas Alcott in 1880. The book provides a detailed analysis of the theological debate surrounding the doctrine of limited atonement, which states that Christ's sacrifice on the cross was only for the elect and not for all people. Alcott examines the origins of this doctrine, tracing it back to John Calvin and his controversial execution of Michael Servetus, a Spanish theologian who disagreed with Calvin's teachings on predestination. The book argues that Calvin's actions against Servetus played a significant role in the development of the limited atonement doctrine, and that this doctrine is not supported by the Bible or by the teachings of Jesus Christ. Alcott's work is a response to R.R. Atchison's defense of the limited atonement doctrine, and provides a compelling argument against this controversial aspect of Calvinist theology. Overall, Calvin and Servetus and the Origin of the Limited Atonement Doctrine is a thought-provoking examination of a contentious issue in Christian theology, and a must-read for anyone interested in the history of religious thought.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
