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Confidence
Belief overview
Glory of God as the chief end
Human life and salvation are understood with primary reference to the glory of God.
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Neutral
What it is: Calvinism frequently formulates Christian life and the history of redemption in reference to the glory of God as the chief end.
How the religion understands it: Salvation is not seen only in terms of individual human benefit, but as manifestation of divine grace, justice, and majesty. The human response includes worship, obedience, and vocation in the world.
Context: This emphasis is very strong in Reformed catechisms, hymns, spirituality, and theology.
Documentary evidence
Supportive
1 Corinthians 10:31
Everything for the glory of God.
Reference: 1 Corinthians 10:31.
Content: Paul exhorts believers to do everything for the glory of God.
Use in debate: It is frequently used in Reformed formulations about the chief end of human life.
Westminster Larger Catechism, Question 1
The chief end of humanity.
Reference: Westminster Larger Catechism, question 1.
Content: The text formulates the chief end of humanity in relation to the glory and enjoyment of God.
Use in debate: It is a classic reference of Reformed spirituality and theology.