The Cambridge Companion to John Calvin (Hardcover)
Description
Publisher's Description: John Calvin (1509–1564) stands with Martin Luther (1483–1546) as the premier theologian of the sixteenth-century Protestant Reformation. Calvin’s thought spread throughout Europe to the New World and later throughout the whole world. His insights and influence continue to endure today, presenting a model of theological scholarship grounded in Scripture as well as providing nurture for Christian believers within churches across the globe. Dr Donald K. McKim gathers together an international array of major Calvin scholars to consider phases of Calvin’s theological thought and influence. Historians and theologians meet to present a full picture of Calvin’s contexts, the major themes in Calvin’s writings, and the ways in which his thought spread and has increasing importance. Chapters serve as guides to their topics and provide further readings for additional study. This is an accessible introduction to this significant Protestant reformer and will appeal to the specialist and non-specialist alike.
• Draws on the expertise of the world’s leading Calvin scholars • Provides a unique and comprehensive introduction to the many dimensions of Calvin’s life and work • Chapters are both historically and theologically-orientated, appealing to both divinity students and general readers
Author
Wilhelmus Schortinghuis
Endorsements
"… a welcome addition to the growing number of titles in the Cambridge Companions to Religion series. … readable enough for the undergraduate student and yet informative enough for the graduate or postgraduate … a worthwhile addition to any student's or pastor's theological library. … a useful collection of valuable research."
- Calvin Theological Journal
