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John Calvin

John Calvin (1509–1564) was a French pastor, protestant reformer and theologian.

Also recorded as Johannes Calvinus; Ioannes Calvinus; Cauvin.

Overview

Recorded at birth as Jehan Cauvin.

Also worked under the name Charles d'Espeville.

Born at Noyon in 1509, died at Geneva in 1564.

In detail

John Calvin studied at Collège de la Marche, Collège de Montaigu and University of Bourges. training under Melchior Volmar, Andrea Alciato and Corderius is recorded. Franciscus Junius is recorded as having studied under John Calvin. the recorded working language is Latin, French and Middle French.

The field of work recorded is theology. Augustine of Hippo and Martin Luther are recorded as an influence.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Geneva and Strasbourg.

Works named in the authority record are Institutes of the Christian Religion.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “John Calvin”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q37577: John Calvin

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