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Author
Series
Cascade companions volume 25
Language
English
Description
This unique book is an introductory guide to the life and theology of John Calvin (1509-64). Calvin's theology has been highly significant as a major expression of Protestant theology. Reformed churches throughout the world appropriate Calvin's theological understandings and find his work provides important insights into Scripture and communicates a vibrant Christian faith. The first part of this book describes events in Calvin's life that helped...
Author
Publisher
Baker Academic
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
xvii, 190 pages : map ; 23 cm
Language
English
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This book offers a unique approach to Calvin by introducing the individuals and groups who, through their opposition to Calvin's theology and politics, helped shape the Reformer, his theology, and his historical and religious legacy. Respected church historian Gary Jenkins shows how Calvin had to defend or rethink his theology in light of his tormentors' challenges, giving readers a more nuanced view of Calvin's life and thought. The book highlights...
3) Calvin
Author
Pub. Date
2009
Physical Desc
xiii, 398 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations, portraits, maps ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
The book explores with particular insight Calvin's self-conscious view of himself as prophet and apostle for his age and his struggle to tame a sense of his own superiority, perceived by others as arrogance. Gordon looks at Calvin's character, his maturing vision of God and humanity, his personal tragedies and failures, his extensive relationships with others, and the context within which he wrote and taught. --from publisher description.
6) John Calvin
Author
Series
Pub. Date
1966
Physical Desc
xii, 228 pages : color frontispiece (portrait) facsimile, table ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Author
Series
Heritage Hall Publications volume no. 2
Pub. Date
1973
Physical Desc
222 pages ; 23 cm.
Language
English