John Calvin: Father of Reformed Theology

by Sam Wellman

Book Overview

Though he was a leading figure in the Protestant Reformation, John Calvin (1509-1564) may be best remembered for his influential theological positions. From his escape from persecution in France to... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1586602985
• ISBN13: 9781586602987
• Release Date: November 2001
• Publisher: Barbour Publishing
• Length: 199 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.2" x 8.0"

Customer Reviews

JOHN CALVIN WAS ONE OF THEM

This insight into the life of French reformist, John Calvin, made a fine read. The story of his theological disposition, which brought him woes before yielding triumph, was well-relayed. But, I felt that it was too abridged.Calvin was courageous. He was very honest about his beliefs. The modern-day Presbyterian Church, which descended from his Sixteenth Century Protestant sect, differs from the Lutherans only on sacraments and church administration.