Particular Baptist

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Particular Baptists are a group within the Baptist denomination that originated in 17th-century England. They are distinguished by their adherence to Calvinistic doctrines, particularly the belief in a particular atonement, meaning Christ died only for a select, elect group of people. This contrasts with General Baptists, who believe in a general atonement, where Christ died for all individuals.12

The Particular Baptists emerged from non-Separatist Puritanism and were known for their strong adherence to Calvinism. Early growth for this group was significant, especially during the time of Oliver Cromwell's army. While the General Baptists faced decline due to skepticism and theological shifts, the Particular Baptists experienced renewal through the Evangelical Revival, leading to missionary efforts and continued growth.23

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…in early Baptist life: the Particular Baptists and the General Baptists. The Particular Baptists adhered to the doctrine of a particular atonement—that Christ died only for an elect—and were strongly Calvinist (following the Reformation teachings of John Calvin) in orientation; the General Baptists held to the doctrine of a general…
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…in early Baptist life: the Particular Baptists and the General Baptists. The Particular Baptists adhered to the doctrine of a particular atonement—that Christ died only for an elect—and were strongly Calvinist (following the Reformation teachings of John Calvin) in orientation; the General Baptists held to the doctrine of a general…
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