The Synod of Dort

The Synod of Dort, held from 1618 to 1619 in the Netherlands, was an important Protestant assembly that addressed theological disputes arising from the rise of Arminianism, a movement that emphasized free will in salvation. The Synod affirmed the Reformed tradition, leading to the formulation of the Five Points of Calvinism, which underscored doctrines such as total depravity and unconditional election. It sought to establish clarity and unity in beliefs among Protestant churches, confirming a stricter interpretation of Scripture regarding salvation and God’s sovereignty in choosing who is saved. Its decisions significantly influenced Reformed theology.