The Remonstrants are a group within the Protestant tradition that emerged in the early 17th century in the Netherlands. They are known for their theological stance that emphasizes free will in matters of salvation, opposing the more deterministic views of the Calvinists. Their beliefs were articulated in a document called the Remonstrance, which outlined their key doctrines. The Remonstrants played a significant role in the Synod of Dort (1618-1619), where their views were debated against those of the Calvinists. The outcome of the synod led to the formal rejection of their beliefs, but the Remonstrants continued to exist as a distinct denomination, advocating for a more Arminian approach to theology, named after the theologian Jacob Arminius.