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Informationen zum Autor The HarperCollins Spiritual Classics series presents short, accessible introductions to the foundational works that shaped Western religious thought and culture. This series seeks to find new readers for these dynamic spiritual voices -- voices that have changed lives throughout the centuries and still can today. Klappentext A pivotal figure of the Protestant Reformation, John Calvin's vision of God changed the world. Calvin (1509-1564), who, in response to God's call became a pastor against his natural inclinations, transformed an unimportant city into a powerful force for religious reform. Today, many know of John Calvin as an historical figure, but few have read his writings or are familiar with the personal spirituality that drove his life. This volume presents the main facets of Calvin's faith, including his personal religious experience, his pastoral ministry, and his revolutionary theological vision. This is a perfect resource for those seeking to learn about the man behind the legacy. Zusammenfassung A pivotal figure of the Protestant Reformation! John Calvin's vision of God changed the world. Calvin (1509-1564)! who! in response to God's call became a pastor against his natural inclinations! transformed an unimportant city into a powerful force for religious reform. Today! many know of John Calvin as an historical figure! but few have read his writings or are familiar with the personal spirituality that drove his life. This volume presents the main facets of Calvin's faith! including his personal religious experience! his pastoral ministry! and his revolutionary theological vision. This is a perfect resource for those seeking to learn about the man behind the legacy.
