Calvin / Edition 1

by Michael Mullett

Overview

In this lucid and readable study, Michael Mullet explains the historical importance of a man and a movement whose influence are still felt in the modern world. The pamphlet locates John Calvin in the context of early 16th-century France and then charts his emergence as an influential theologian and civic religious leader in the 'second generation' of reformers following Luther. After exploring the main lines of Calvin's theology, set out in the Institutes, the central section deals with the difficult process by which his authority was imposed on, or accepted by, Geneva. Finally, the long-term impact of John Calvin is evaluated, including the hypothesis that Calvinism has assisted the economic development of Europe.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780415000574
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	09/28/1989
Series:	Lancaster Pamphlets
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	78
Product dimensions:	5.44(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)

Table of Contents

Introduction: the importance of Calvin and Calvinism 1 Religion and the Church in early sixteenth-century France 2 Christian humanism 3 John Calvin: the early years 4 The Institutes of the Christian Religion 5 Geneva 6 Strassburg 7 Return to Geneva 8 The years of opposition 9 The road to victory 10 Calvin’s leadership: foreign policy 11 The Genevan Academy 12 Calvin: scholar, writer, organizer 13 Finale 14 The expansion of Calvinism, Suggested further reading

Editorial Reviews

‘This work should certainly be added to the school library.' - History Sixth

‘... a remarkably good introductory essay which will be of use to anyone beginning the study of the Reformation.' - Patrick Lambe, Theological Book Review

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