Free Choice in Early Modern Reformed Theology | Davenant Hall

How can free choice exist in a world governed by God’s sovereign will? What is the nature of human freedom, and how does God’s foreknowledge reconcile with human moral responsibility? This course explores early modern Reformed understandings of the relationship between free choice and divine sovereignty, examining theological, philosophical, and historical contexts from the 16th to 18th centuries. We will delve into the thought of key Reformed thinkers on the nature of freedom, divine providence, and human agency, while also considering classical and medieval perspectives that shaped these early modern debates. Through careful analysis, students will engage with the rich tradition of Reformed thought on the relationship between divine sovereignty and human will.