Simon Episcopius, a prominent figure in the Remonstrant movement, significantly shaped post-Synod of Dort theological discourse through his articulation of a nuanced Arminian theology. While he did not explicitly address Christ’s spatial existence, his Christology and soteriology implicitly engage this concept through his affirmation of Christ’s full divinity and omnipresence. Upholding Nicene orthodoxy, Episcopius emphasized that Christ is both fully divine and fully human—essential for mediating between a holy God and sinful humanity.
This paper examines Episcopius’ theological understanding of Christ’s nature, focusing on his implicit treatment of spatial existence within a Remonstrant framework. Episcopius’ Christological affirmations reveal a subtle yet compelling vision of divine presence that informs his broader soteriological commitments. Rooted in Nicene theology, he argues that Christ’s full divinity enables a transcendent mediation, wherein omnipresence allows Christ to intercede for humanity beyond temporal and spatial constraints, offering salvation that is both universally accessible and personally present.
By emphasizing universal atonement and Christ’s ongoing intercessory work (Hebrews 7:25), Episcopius presents a theological vision of Christ’s presence that is both eternal and intimately engaged with human experience. This paper demonstrates how Episcopius’ theology addresses the spatial dimensions of Christ’s redemptive role, offering insight into the dynamic relationship between divine transcendence and human salvation within Remonstrant thought.