History of Predestinarianism by Jacques Sirmond

Translated from Patrologia Latina volume 53, listed under the title: "Jacobi Sirmondi Historia praedestinatiana."

"Historia Praedestinatiana," written by Jacques Sirmond in the 17th century, is a scholarly examination of the historical and doctrinal aspects of the predestinarian controversy in early Christianity. While not a work of a Church Father, this text serves as a valuable introduction to the topic and has been included on this channel for its significant historical scholarship and enduring relevance.

Key features of the work include:
- Analysis of the origins and development of predestinarian ideas
- Examination of key figures such as Augustine, Prosper, Hilary, and Pope Celestine I
- Discussion of ecclesiastical responses, including papal interventions and council decisions
- Documentation of the spread of predestinarian beliefs from Africa to Gaul
- Critical assessment of theological debates surrounding predestination and free will

This text provides insight into early Christian doctrinal controversies and 17th-century historical theology. It reflects the scholarly approach of the Counter-Reformation period, offering modern readers a perspective on how early modern scholars interpreted and analyzed patristic debates.

Timestamps
0:00 Introduction to Predestinarianism
2:18 Origins of the Predestinarian Controversy
4:36 Augustine's Response to Early Predestinarian Ideas
7:12 Spread of Predestinarian Debates to Gaul
10:12 Prosper and Hilary's Appeal to Augustine
14:44 The Role of Pope Celestine in the Controversy
18:00 Gennadius and the Classification of Predestinarianism as Heresy
22:53 The Council of Arles and Faustus of Riez
27:25 Lucidus' Retraction and the Synod of Orange
32:00 Ennodius of Pavia on Free Will
37:17 Resurgence of Predestinarianism: Gottschalk
41:16 Synods of Mainz and Quierzy Against Gottschalk
46:40 The Church of Lyon's Response
51:57 Debates on Predestination and Free Will
55:29 Conclusion and Reflections on the Controversy

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