"To those whom he devotes to condemnation, the gate of life is closed by a just and irreprehensible, but incomprehensible, judgment. How exceedingly presumptuous it is only to inquire into the causes of the Divine will; which is in fact, and is justly entitled to be, the cause of everything that exists." This quote from the writings of John Calvin explains what concept?

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This quote from John Calvin's writings is discussing the concept of predestination, which is the belief that God has determined the fate of all individuals before they are born, including who will be saved and who will be condemned. Calvin emphasizes that this is a just and incomprehensible judgment, and that it is presumptuous for humans to try to understand the reasons behind God's will.

"To Those Whom He Devotes to Condemnation, the Gate of Life