In die Skriflig
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Abstract
DREYER, Willem A.. The Synod of Emden: Cradle of the Netherdutch churches of South Africa. In Skriflig (Online) [online]. 2020, vol.54, n.1, pp.1-8.
ISSN 2305-0853. https://doi.org/10.4102/ids.v54i1.2630.
The Synod of Emden, which took place from 04 to 13 October 1571 in the city of Emden, is of great importance to the reformed churches in South Africa. In this contribution the importance of the Synod is highlighted from three distinct perspectives: Firstly, from a historical perspective, the establishment and growth of Calvinism in the Netherlands up to the Synod of Emden is described. Secondly,…
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