The Essential Works of John Calvin (56 vols.) contains some of the most historically important works on scripture and theology for the Christian church. From commentaries on the entirety of scripture to systematic theology, Calvin's writings display a rare combination of exegetical insight, pastoral concern, and theological depth which have inspired generations of Christians. Valuable for the serious Bible scholar, historian, seminary student, or church leader, these titles tackle important subjects such as biblical interpretation and exegesis, ecclesial doctrine, systematic theology, and much more.
Calvin's commentaries, tracts, and Institutes illuminate the emergence of Reformed theology as a legitimate movement during the sixteenth century. They contain important analyses of idolatry and images in worship, the sacraments, predestination, God’s sovereignty, and dozens of other topics.
No theologian has been as acclaimed or assailed as much as Calvin. Calvinism has spawned movements and sparked controversy throughout the centuries. Wars have been fought both to defend and destroy it, and its later proponents began political and theological revolutions in Western Europe and America. The breadth and depth of the engagement with Calvin’s works since they first appeared four centuries ago—and their continuous publication since then—testifies to Calvin’s importance and lasting value for the church today. Thinking Christians from the twenty-first century who ignore Calvin’s writings do so at their own peril.
