I See Four Levels of Christianity

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Any and all of the following definitions of arbitrary may apply to God


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2. applies to God but I don't see that as being arbitrary. I don't see how 1. and 2. can define the same word.

If something is "Based on or subject to individual judgment or preference" (2) I don't see how it can be " Determined by chance, whim, or impulse, and not by necessity, reason, or principle:"(1) since if something is based on God's judgment that is the exact opposite of being determined by chance.

4. is iffy. God isn't limited by human or natural law but He determines based on His character. Since He is good and righteous, His determinations are as well, and thus not arbitrary. The words despot and dictator have bad connotations though I suppose could be applied to God with qualifications. Absolute Ruler, King, Sovereign are better.

So not to overdo the semantics my position is that God is the opposite of 1., and His rule is by His good and righeous character.