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- catalog abstract "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.".
- catalog contributor b12862175.
- catalog created "c2002.".
- catalog date "2002".
- catalog date "c2002.".
- catalog dateCopyrighted "c2002.".
- catalog 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.".
- catalog description "Includes bibliographical references (p. 173-176) and index.".
- catalog description "Reforming a reformer -- Struggle for the light -- Orienting theology -- Trials and travail -- Calvin's children.".
- catalog extent "xiii, 182 p. :".
- catalog identifier "0664223036 (alk. paper)".
- catalog issued "2002".
- catalog issued "c2002.".
- catalog language "eng".
- catalog publisher "Louisville, Ky. : Westminster John Knox Press,".
- catalog subject "230/.42/092 21".
- catalog subject "BX9422.3 .E49 2002".
- catalog subject "Reformed Church Doctrines.".
- catalog tableOfContents "Reforming a reformer -- Struggle for the light -- Orienting theology -- Trials and travail -- Calvin's children.".
- catalog title "Calvin for armchair theologians / Christopher Elwood ; illustrations by Ron Hill.".
- catalog type "text".