Synergism

['sɪnədʒɪzəm] or [sɪ'nɝdʒɪzəm]

Definition

(noun.) the theological doctrine that salvation results from the interaction of human will and divine grace.

Edited by Alexander--From WordNet

Definition

(n.) The doctrine or theory, attributed to Melanchthon, that in the regeneration of a human soul there is a cooperation, or joint agency, on the part both of God and of man.

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Definition

n. the doctrine that the human will and the Divine Spirit are two efficient agents that co-operate in regeneration—ascribed to Melanchthon.—adj. Synerget′ic.—n. Syn′ergist one maintaining the doctrine of synergism.—adj. Synergist′ic.—n. Syn′ergy combined action.

Typist: Merritt