Predestination Definition & Meaning

predestination
noun
  1. previous determination as if by destiny or fate
  2. (theology) being determined in advance; especially the doctrine (usually associated with Calvin) that God has foreordained every event throughout eternity (including the final salvation of mankind)

"Predestination" in song lyrics

See how predestination is used in real songs:

  • "calvin and predestination"
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  • "ltherans predestination"
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  • "lutherans predestination"
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