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John Calvin is a major theologian of the Christian Church, but one who is also the subject of widespread misunderstanding and misinterpretation. He is also a figure whom other theologians either seek to 'capture' to endorse their own or whom they seek to vilify. This guide re-situates Calvin.
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John Calvin has been the subject of widespread misunderstanding and misinterpretation. He is a figure whom other theologians either seek to "capture" to endorse their own, often very different, positions or whom they seek to vilify. Calvin: A Guide for the Perplexed attempts to "re-situate" Calvin by providing a mid-level introduction to his thought. As befits the series, special attention is given to Calvin's thought, not on his character or career. The focus here is not only on Calvin's theological positions, but also on the philosophy intertwined within them, the significance of which is often overlooked.
Notes
Calvin is a major theologist, and this guide to his ideas provides an ideal introduction.
Author Biography
Paul Helm is J. I. Packer Professor in Theology and Philosophy at Regent College, Vancouver, Canada.
Table of Contents
Introduction1 Orientation -who Calvin was - Calvin and 'Calvinism' - idolising and demonising - recent scholarhip - anachronism - philosophy.2. Knowledge of God and self - "Sensus Divinitatis" - Revelation - 'Reformed' epistemology3. God in Trinity4. Jesus Christ, his person and his work5. Grace and faith - the will - predestination - faith and assurance - justification and sanctification (two-fold righteousness)6. Ethics - natural law/common grace - the revealed law and its 'uses' - what is valuable - intention7. Church and State - word and sacrament - Two Kingdoms - magistrate - resistance8. Calvin and Calvinism - Kendall - Puritanism - Scholasticism - WarfieldFurther ReadingIndex
Review
"Paul Helm's guide to Calvin's thought provides an ideal beginning for those wanting to tackle the thought of the great Genevan Reformer for the first time - particularly those interested in the philosophical-theological ideas informing Calvin's system. Sure-footed and careful in exposition, and characteristically clear and generous in style, Helm brings to bear his considerable knowledge of Calvin's work in this short introduction. Students and scholars alike will greatly benefit from it." Oliver Crisp, Bristol University, UKPaul Helm has provided us with a first class introduction to Calvin's thought in all its grandeur and breadth. There is certainly more to Calvin than predestination. He gives us invaluable insight into the nature of biblical revelation, the Trinity, and Christ in his offices of Prophet, Priest and King. His teaching on salvation through union with Christ, and the gift of 'double grace' in him, is especially helpful. What he has to say on living the Christian life is full of practical wisdom. This guide will help the perplexed. I hope that it will also stimulate the reader to get better acquainted with the theological legacy of John Calvin, great Genevan Reformer. -- Guy Davies, The Exiled Preacher BlogMention -Book News, February 2009Helm has the ability to write concisely and accessibly about difficult theological problems. Reading his thoughts on Calvin, I sometimes had the impression that it would have been helpful if Calvin had been able to read Helm. Maybe he would have understood himself somewhat better... These latter remarks are intended to underline the quality of Helm... philosophical-theological introduction to Calvin. -- Journal of Reformed Theology 4
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As a major theologian John Calvin is often the subject of widespread misunderstanding and misinterpretation, this new Guide for the Perplexed will provide an ideal introduction to his thoughts and views.
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John Calvin has been the subject of widespread misunderstanding and misinterpretation. He is a figure whom other theologians either seek to "capture" to endorse their own, often very different, positions or whom they seek to vilify. Calvin: A Guide for the Perplexed attempts to "re-situate" Calvin by providing a mid-level introduction to his thought. As befits the series, special attention is given to Calvin's thought, not on his character or career. The focus here is not only on Calvin's theological positions, but also on the philosophy intertwined within them, the significance of which is often overlooked.
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"Paul Helm's guide to Calvin's thought provides an ideal beginning for those wanting to tackle the thought of the great Genevan Reformer for the first time - particularly those interested in the philosophical-theological ideas informing Calvin's system. Sure-footed and careful in exposition, and characteristically clear and generous in style, Helm brings to bear his considerable knowledge of Calvin's work in this short introduction. Students and scholars alike will greatly benefit from it." Oliver Crisp, Bristol University, UK
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As a major theologian John Calvin is often the subject of widespread misunderstanding and misinterpretation, this new Guide for the Perplexed will provide an ideal introduction to his thoughts and views.
Details ISBN0567032027 Author Paul Helm Short Title CALVIN Language English ISBN-10 0567032027 ISBN-13 9780567032027 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2008 Imprint T.& T.Clark Ltd Subtitle A Guide for the Perplexed Country of Publication United Kingdom Place of Publication Edinburgh DOI 10.1604/9780567032027 UK Release Date 2008-09-18 NZ Release Date 2008-09-18 Translated from English Pages 192 Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Series Guides for the Perplexed Publication Date 2008-09-18 DEWEY 230.42092 Audience General AU Release Date 2008-09-17 We've got this
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