An introduction to Calvin’s preaching, showing the influence of an earlier tradition, and how his sermons influenced later preachers.
An introduction to the preaching of John Calvin, showing how his preaching style developed out of the medieval tradition of preaching. The book covers Calvin’s general theological rationale for preaching, his practice of preaching in Geneva, the progress of his preaching and the method and message of the sermons and their form and style.
The author shows how his sermons and style influenced those of later preachers, particularly in the English language.
| Dimensions | 216 × 140 mm |
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| Pages | 176 |
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| Trade Information | JPOD |
Abbreviations and Corrigenda
Preface
1. Preaching Before Calvin
2. Calvin as Preacher
3. The Doctrine of Preaching
4. Ars Praedicandi
5. Calvin’s Gospel
6. Calvin’s Influence on English Preaching
7. A Recall to Fundamentals
Appendices
1. Specimen Sermon by Calvin on Luke 2:9-14
2. Chronological Chart of Calvin’s Preaching
3. Manuscript Sermons in Geneva
4. Sermons in Corpus Reformatorum
5. Early French Editions
6. English Translations
Bibliography
Index
