What does "restrictivism" mean?

The view that Christian salvation is possible only for those who have heard about the gospel of Jesus and put their faith in Jesus prior to their death.

Restrictivism

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The view that Christian salvation is possible only for those who have heard about the gospel of Jesus and put their faith in Jesus prior to their death. uncountable

Etymology

From restrictive + -ism, coined by John E. Sanders.

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