Baianism
/ˈbaɪənɪzəm/noun
A 16th-century theological system associated with Michael Baius that emphasized humanity’s dependence on divine grace and the effects of original sin.
Did you know?Baianism was condemned by Pope Pius V in 1567 after its propositions were judged to conflict with established Catholic teaching on grace and human nature.
Etymological Timeline
16th Century
Latin
Baius
“Latinized form of the surname of Michael de Bay, the Belgian theologian whose ideas gave the movement its name”
16th Century
French
Michel de Bay
“Name of the theologian later known in Latin as Michael Baius”
1560s
Latin
Baianismus
“Designation for the theological opinions and school associated with Baius”
1567
Latin
Baianismus
“The doctrine targeted when Pope Pius V condemned 79 propositions attributed to Baius”
17th Century
English
Baianism
“English scholarly term for Baius’s theological system”
Modern English
English
Baianism
“A historical term for the doctrine associated with Michael Baius”