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1 online resource (x, 166 pages) |
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Outstanding Christian thinkers |
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Outstanding Christian thinkers.
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| Contents |
Preface; Introduction; 1 Calvin's writings; 2 The contemporary scene; 3 The interpretation of the Institutio; PART ONE: The knowledge of God the Creator; PART TWO: The knowledge of God the Redeemer in Christ; PART THREE: The way we receive Christ's grace; PART FOUR: Outward means; Index |
| Summary |
John Calvin (1509-64) influence reaches from the Reformation to Karl Barth and beyond. Outstanding as biblical scholar, preacher and practical Church reformer, Calvin intended all his work to serve the Word of God. Although couched in 16th century terms, his theology drew on the wealth of previous Christian thought and continues to be relevant to the situation of the Church today. This book is a comprehensive introduction to the whole range of Calvin's theology. Concentrating on Calvin's major work The Institutes of the Christian Religion, Parker explains it's relevance to Christians of all tim |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
English |
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Print version record |
| Subject |
Calvin, Jean, 1509-1564.
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| SUBJECT |
Calvin, Jean, 1509-1564 fast |
| Subject |
Theology, Doctrinal -- History -- 16th century.
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RELIGION -- Christianity -- General.
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RELIGION -- Christian Theology -- Systematic.
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Theology, Doctrinal
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| Genre/Form |
Electronic books
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History
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| ISBN |
9781441131058 |
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1441131051 |
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082646369X |
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9780826463692 |
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1282710222 |
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9781282710221 |
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9786612710223 |
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6612710225 |
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