| Calvin for Armchair Theologians Contributor(s): Elwood, Christopher (Author) |
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ISBN: 0664223036 ISBN-13: 9780664223038 Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press OUR PRICE: $21.60 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: April 2002 Annotation: An introduction to the life and main teachings of John Calvin (1509-1564), this book blends Calvin's theology into the story of his life to provide those with no knowledge of the Genevan reformer with a concise picture of his key theological views. Illustrations illuminate the author's text. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Religion | Christianity - Calvinist - Religion | Christian Theology - History - Religion | Theology |
| Dewey: 230.420 |
| LCCN: 2001045474 |
| Physical Information: 0.54" H x 4.98" W x 8.1" (0.54 lbs) 182 pages |
| Themes: - Theometrics - Mainline - Theometrics - Reformed - Theometrics - Academic - Religious Orientation - Christian |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: In this concise introduction to Calvin's life and thought, Christopher Elwood offers an insightful and accessible overview of Calvin's key teachings within his historical context. The trials and travails Calvin encountered as he ministered and taught in Geneva are discussed, with special attention given to theological controversies associated with the Trinity and predestination. Elwood indicates the ways that Calvinism developed and its influence in today's world. Illustrations are interspersed throughout the text and humorously illuminate key points providing an engaging introduction to this important theologian. Written by experts but designed for the novice, the Armchair series provides accurate, concise, and witty overviews of some of the most profound moments and theologians in Christian history. These books are essential supplements for first-time encounters with primary texts, lucid refreshers for scholars and clergy, and enjoyable reads for the theologically curious. |
Contributor Bio(s): Elwood, Christopher: - Christopher Elwood is Professor of Historical Theology at Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. |