John Calvin

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 shape his major work, the Institutes of the Christian Religion. The second part follows the flow of the Institutes and provides a narrative exposition of this major work, with numerous quotations of Calvin's own words. This enables readers to hear Calvin's voice as his views are explained. This close reading of Calvin opens the door to further, more thorough Calvin studies.

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Cascade Books
Published: 10/27/2015
ISBN: 9781625647603
Pages: 178
Weight: 0.45lbs
Size: 8.10h x 5.10w x 0.50d

Review Citations: Choice 04/01/2016