Calvin, John (1509-1564)

Description: Calvin's Commentaries, complete.

Description: Selections from Calvin's Commentaries, newly translated, and arranged by subject.

Description: This book contains John Calvin's excellent commentary on James, First and Second Peter, First John, and Jude. Regarded as one of the Reformation's best interpreters of scripture, Calvin is an apt commentator. In particular, he frequently offers his own translations of a passage, explaining the subtleties and nuances of his translation. He has a penchant for incorporating keen pastoral insight into the text as well. He always interacts with other theologians, commentators, and portions of the Bible when interpreting a particular passage. Further, this volume also contains extensive, informative notes from the editor. After 400 years, Calvin's Commentary on the Catholic Epistles remains instructive, engaging, and lively.

Tim Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer

Commentary on Acts - Volume 1

Description: Commentary on Acts is an impressive commentary, containing some of Calvin's most important views. Calvin is regarded as one of the Reformation's best interpreters of scripture. He frequently offers his own translations of a passage, explaining the subtleties and nuances of his translation. He has a penchant for incorporating keen pastoral insight into the text as well. He always interacts with other theologians, commentators, and portions of the Bible when interpreting a particular passage. Further, this volume also contains informative notes from the editor. Calvin's Commentary on Acts should not be ignored by anyone interested in the book of Acts or Calvin himself.

Tim Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer

This volume contains commentary on the first 13 chapters of Acts.

Commentary on Acts - Volume 2

Commentary on Corinthians - Volume 1

Description: Commentary on Corinthians is an impressive commentary. Calvin is regarded as one of the Reformation's best interpreters of scripture. He frequently offers his own translations of a passage, explaining the subtleties and nuances of his translation. He has a penchant for incorporating keen pastoral insight into the text as well. He always interacts with other theologians, commentators, and portions of the Bible when interpreting a particular passage. Further, this volume also contains informative notes from the editor. Calvin's Commentary on Corinthians should not be ignored by anyone interested in the books of Corinthians or John Calvin himself.

Tim Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer

This volume contains Calvin's commentary on the first 14 chapters of 1 Corinthians.

Commentary on Corinthians - Volume 2

Commentary on Daniel - Volume 1

Description: In this volume, John Calvin provides an engaging commentary on the first 6 chapters of Daniel. Regarded as one of the Reformation's best interpreters of scripture, Calvin is an apt commentator. In particular, he frequently offers his own translations of a passage, explaining the subtleties and nuances of his translation. He has a penchant for incorporating keen pastoral insight into the text as well. He always interacts with other theologians, commentators, and portions of the Bible when interpreting a particular passage. This volume also contains extensive, informative notes from the editor. Calvin's Commentary on Daniel should not be ignored.

Tim Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer

Commentary on Daniel - Volume 2

Description: In this volume, John Calvin provides an engaging commentary on the last 6 chapters of Daniel. Regarded as one of the Reformation's best interpreters of scripture, Calvin is an apt commentator. In particular, he frequently offers his own translations of a passage, explaining the subtleties and nuances of his translation. He has a penchant for incorporating keen pastoral insight into the text as well. He always interacts with other theologians, commentators, and portions of the Bible when interpreting a particular passage. This volume also contains extensive, informative notes from the editor. Calvin's Commentary on Daniel should not be ignored.

Tim Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer

Commentary on Ezekiel - Volume 1

Description: In this volume, John Calvin provides an engaging commentary on the first 12 chapters of Ezekiel. Regarded as one of the Reformation's best interpreters of scripture, Calvin is an apt commentator. In particular, he frequently offers his own translations of a passage, explaining the subtleties and nuances of his translation. He has a penchant for incorporating keen pastoral insight into the text as well. He always interacts with other theologians, commentators, and portions of the Bible when interpreting a particular passage. This volume also contains extensive, informative notes from the editor. Calvin's Commentary on Ezekiel should not be ignored.

Tim Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer

Commentary on Ezekiel - Volume 2

Description: In this volume, John Calvin provides an engaging commentary on the last 8 chapters of Ezekiel. Regarded as one of the Reformation's best interpreters of scripture, Calvin is an apt commentator. In particular, he frequently offers his own translations of a passage, explaining the subtleties and nuances of his translation. He has a penchant for incorporating keen pastoral insight into the text as well. He always interacts with other theologians, commentators, and portions of the Bible when interpreting a particular passage. This volume also contains extensive, informative notes from the editor. Calvin's Commentary on Ezekiel should not be ignored.

Tim Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer

Commentary on Galatians and Ephesians

Description: Commentary on Galatians and Ephesians is an impressive commentary. Calvin is regarded as one of the Reformation's best interpreters of scripture. He frequently offers his own translations of a passage, explaining the subtleties and nuances of his translation. He has a penchant for incorporating keen pastoral insight into the text as well. He always interacts with other theologians, commentators, and portions of the Bible when interpreting a particular passage. Further, this volume also contains informative notes from the editor. Calvin's Commentary on Galatians and Ephesians should not be ignored by anyone interested in those books or John Calvin himself.

Tim Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer

Commentary on Genesis - Volume 1

Description: In this volume, John Calvin provides an engaging commentary on the first 23 chapters of Genesis. Regarded as one of the Reformation's best interpreters of scripture, Calvin is an apt commentator. In particular, he frequently offers his own translations of a passage, explaining the subtleties and nuances of his translation. He has a penchant for incorporating keen pastoral insight into the text as well. He always interacts with other theologians, commentators, and portions of the Bible when interpreting a particular passage. Further, this volume also contains extensive, informative notes from the editor. After 400 years, Calvin's Commentary on Genesis remains instructive, engaging, and lively. It should not be ignored.

Tim Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer

Commentary on Genesis - Volume 2

Description: In this volume, John Calvin provides an engaging commentary on chapters 24 through 50 of Genesis. Regarded as one of the Reformation's best interpreters of scripture, Calvin is an apt commentator. In particular, he frequently offers his own translations of a passage, explaining the subtleties and nuances of his translation. He has a penchant for incorporating keen pastoral insight into the text as well. He always interacts with other theologians, commentators, and portions of the Bible when interpreting a particular passage. Further, this volume also contains extensive, informative notes from the editor. After 400 years, Calvin's Commentary on Genesis remains instructive, engaging, and lively. It should not be ignored.

Tim Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer

Commentary on Habakkuk, Zephaniah, Haggai

Description: In this small volume, John Calvin provides an interesting commentary on the books of Habakkuk, Zephaniah, and Haggai. Regarded as one of the Reformation's best interpreters of scripture, Calvin is an apt commentator. In particular, he frequently offers his own translations of a passage, explaining the subtleties and nuances of his translation. He has a penchant for incorporating keen pastoral insight into the text as well. He always interacts with other theologians, commentators, and portions of the Bible when interpreting a particular passage. Calvin's Commentary on Habakkuk, Zephaniah, and Haggai is instructive and practical. It will prove useful to theologians and laypeople alike.

Tim Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer

Commentary on Hebrews

Description: In this volume, John Calvin provides an engaging commentary on the book of Hebrews. Calvin is an apt commentator, one of the Reformation's best. He always interacts with other theologians, commentators, and portions of the Bible when interpreting a particular passage. He frequently offers his own translations of a passage, explaining the subtleties and nuances of his translation as well. He has a penchant for incorporating keen pastoral insight into the text. This volume also contains extensive, informative notes from the editor. Despite many years, many readers have found Calvin's Commentary on Hebrews both instructive and interesting.

Tim Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer

Commentary on Hosea

Description: In this volume, John Calvin provides a fascinating commentary on the book of Hosea. Regarded as one of the Reformation's best interpreters of scripture, Calvin is an apt commentator. In particular, he frequently offers his own translations of a passage, explaining the subtleties and nuances of his translation. He has a penchant for incorporating keen pastoral insight into the text as well. He always interacts with other theologians, commentators, and portions of the Bible when interpreting a particular passage. Calvin's Commentary on Hosea is insightful and useful.

Tim Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer

Commentary on Isaiah - Volume 1

Commentary on Isaiah - Volume 2

Description: In this volume, John Calvin provides an engaging commentary on the book of Isaiah. Like many Reformed commentators, Calvin takes an allegorical interpretation of many passages. Always an apt commentator, Calvin frequently offers his own translations of a passage, explaining the subtleties and nuances of his translation. He has a penchant for incorporating keen pastoral insight into the text as well. He always interacts with other theologians, commentators, and portions of the Bible when interpreting a particular passage. Calvin's Commentary on Isaiah remains instructive, engaging, and lively.

Tim Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer

This volume contains Calvin's commentary on chapters 17 through 32.

Commentary on Isaiah - Volume 3

Commentary on Isaiah - Volume 4

Commentary on Jeremiah and Lamentations - Volume 1

Description: In this volume, John Calvin provides an engaging commentary on the book of Jeremiah and Lamentations. Originally given as a series of lectures, Calvin's commentary is useful both for intellectual study and spiritual growth. Throughout, Calvin incorporates his keen pastoral insight. Utilizing other theologians and passages, Calvin attempts to provide new and fresh insights for readers. A commentary which has truly lasted the test of time, Calvin's Commentary on Jeremiah and Lamentations is insightful, interesting, and profitable for study.

Tim Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer

This volume contains Calvin's commentary on Jeremiah, chapters 1 through 9.

Commentary on Jeremiah and Lamentations - Volume 2

Commentary on Jeremiah and Lamentations - Volume 3

Commentary on Jeremiah and Lamentations - Volume 4

Commentary on Jeremiah and Lamentations - Volume 5

Description: In this volume, John Calvin provides an engaging commentary on the book of Jeremiah and Lamentations. Originally given as a series of lectures, Calvin's commentary is useful both for intellectual study and spiritual growth. Throughout, Calvin incorporates his keen pastoral insight. Utilizing other theologians and passages, Calvin attempts to provide new and fresh insight for readers. A commentary which has truly lasted the test of time, Calvin's Commentary on Jeremiah and Lamentations is insightful, interesting, and profitable for study.

Tim Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer

This volume contains Calvin's commentary on Jeremiah, chapters 48 through 52, and Lamentations, chapters 1 through 5.

Commentary on Joel, Amos, Obadiah

Description: In this book, John Calvin provides an engaging commentary on three Minor Prophets in the Old Testament: Joel, Amos, and Obadiah. Calvin begins his commentary on each book with a short introduction. When commenting on a book, he frequently offers his own translations of a passage, explaining the subtleties and nuances of his translation. His treatment of the text reveals his keen pastoral insights. And as always, he interacts with other theologians, commentators, and portions of the Bible when interpreting a particular passage. After several hundred years, Calvin's Commentary on Joel, Amos, and Obadiah remains an instructive and interesting commentary to several Old Testament books.

Tim Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer

Commentary on John - Volume 1

Description: Commentary on John is an impressive commentary, containing some of Calvin's most important views. Calvin is regarded as one of the Reformation's best interpreters of scripture. He frequently offers his own translations of a passage, explaining the subtleties and nuances of his translation. He has a penchant for incorporating keen pastoral insight into the text as well. He always interacts with other theologians, commentators, and portions of the Bible when interpreting a particular passage. Further, this volume also contains informative notes from the editor. Calvin's Commentary on John should not be ignored by anyone interested in the book of John or Calvin himself.

Tim Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer

This volume contains commentary on the first 11 chapters of John.

Commentary on John - Volume 2

Commentary on Jonah, Micah, Nahum

Description: In this small volume, John Calvin provides an interesting commentary on the books of Jonah, Micah, and Nahum. Regarded as one of the Reformation's best interpreters of scripture, Calvin is an apt commentator. In particular, he frequently offers his own translations of a passage, explaining the subtleties and nuances of his translation. He has a penchant for incorporating keen pastoral insight into the text as well. He always interacts with other theologians, commentators, and portions of the Bible when interpreting a particular passage. Calvin's Commentary on Jonah, Micah, and Nahum is instructive and practical. It will prove useful to theologians and laypeople alike.

Tim Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer

Commentary on Joshua

Description: In this volume, John Calvin provides an instructive commentary on the book of Joshua. Regarded as one of the Reformation's best interpreters of scripture, Calvin is an apt commentator. In particular, he frequently offers his own translations of a passage, explaining the subtleties and nuances of his translation. He has a penchant for incorporating keen pastoral insight into the text as well. He always interacts with other theologians, philosophers, commentators, and portions of the Bible when interpreting a particular passage. Calvin's Commentary on Joshua is instructive, engaging, and lively.

Tim Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer

Commentary on Matthew, Mark, Luke - Volume 1

Description: In these three volumes, Calvin provides an engaging commentary on the synoptic gospels--Matthew, Mark, and Luke. Calvin does not separate his treatment of the three, but comments on the three books as a whole. Of his commentaries, Calvin's Commentary on Matthew, Mark, and Luke is well-known--unsurprisingly, given the power, insight, and instruction it has. As always, Calvin's commentary has an eye towards everyday concerns and he incorporates a shrewd practical insight throughout. An important and useful commentary, Calvin's Commentary on Matthew, Mark, and Luke is deserving of study!

Tim Perrine

CCEL Staff Writer

Commentary on Matthew, Mark, Luke - Volume 2

Description: In these three volumes, Calvin provides an engaging commentary on the synoptic gospels--Matthew, Mark, and Luke. Calvin does not separate his treatment of the three, but comments on the three books as a whole. Of his commentaries, Calvin's Commentary on Matthew, Mark, and Luke is well-known--unsurprisingly, given the power, insight, and instruction it has. As always, Calvin's commentary has an eye towards everyday concerns and he incorporates a shrewd practical insight throughout. An important and useful commentary, Calvin's Commentary on Matthew, Mark, and Luke is deserving of study!

Tim Perrine

CCEL Staff Writer

Commentary on Matthew, Mark, Luke - Volume 3

Description: In these three volumes, Calvin provides an engaging commentary on the synoptic gospels--Matthew, Mark, and Luke. Calvin does not separate his treatment of the three, but comments on the three books as a whole. Of his commentaries, Calvin's Commentary on Matthew, Mark, and Luke is well-known--unsurprisingly, given the power, insight, and instruction it has. As always, Calvin's commentary has an eye towards everyday concerns and he incorporates a shrewd practical insight throughout. An important and useful commentary, Calvin's Commentary on Matthew, Mark, and Luke is deserving of study!

Tim Perrine

CCEL Staff Writer

Commentary on Philippians, Colossians, and Thessalonians

Description: Commentary on Philippians, Colossians, and Thessalonians is another impressive commentary by Calvin on several Pauline epistles. Calvin is regarded as one of the Reformation's best interpreters of scripture. He frequently offers his own translations of a passage, explaining the subtleties and nuances of his translation. He has a penchant for incorporating keen pastoral insight into the text as well. He always interacts with other theologians, commentators, and portions of the Bible when interpreting a particular passage. Further, this volume also contains informative notes from the editor. Calvin's Commentary on Philippians, Colossians, and Thessalonians should not be ignored by anyone interested in those books or Calvin himself.

Tim Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer

Commentary on Psalms - Volume 1

Description: Calvin found Psalms to be one of the richest books in the Bible. As he writes in the introduction, "there is no other book in which we are more perfectly taught the right manner of praising God, or in which we are more powerfully stirred up to the performance of this religious exercise." This commentary--the last Calvin wrote--clearly expressed Calvin's deep love for this book. Calvin's Commentary on Psalms is thus one of his best commentaries, and one can greatly profit from reading even a portion of it.

Tim Perrine

CCEL Staff Writer

This volume contains Calvin's commentary on chapters 1 through 35.

Commentary on Psalms - Volume 2

Description: Calvin found Psalms to be one of the richest books in the Bible. As he writes in the introduction, "there is no other book in which we are more perfectly taught the right manner of praising God, or in which we are more powerfully stirred up to the performance of this religious exercise." This commentary--the last Calvin wrote--clearly expressed Calvin's deep love for this book. Calvin's Commentary on Psalms is thus one of his best commentaries, and one can greatly profit from reading even a portion of it.

Tim Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer

This volume contains Calvin's commentary on chapters 36 through 66.

Commentary on Psalms - Volume 3

Description: Calvin found Psalms to be one of the richest books in the Bible. As he writes in the introduction, "there is no other book in which we are more perfectly taught the right manner of praising God, or in which we are more powerfully stirred up to the performance of this religious exercise." This commentary--the last Calvin wrote--clearly expressed Calvin's deep love for this book. Calvin's Commentary on Psalms is thus one of his best commentaries, and one can greatly profit from reading even a portion of it.

Tim Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer

This volume contains Calvin's commentary on chapters 67 through 92.

Commentary on Psalms - Volume 4

Description: Calvin found Psalms to be one of the richest books in the Bible. As he writes in the introduction, "there is no other book in which we are more perfectly taught the right manner of praising God, or in which we are more powerfully stirred up to the performance of this religious exercise." This commentary--the last Calvin wrote--clearly expressed Calvin's deep love for this book. Calvin's Commentary on Psalms is thus one of his best commentaries, and one can greatly profit from reading even a portion of it.

Tim Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer

This volume contains Calvin's commentary on chapters 93 through 119.

Commentary on Psalms - Volume 5

Commentary on Romans

Description: Calvin's first commentary, Commentary on Romans is an impressive commentary, containing some of Calvin's most important views. Calvin is regarded as one of the Reformation's best interpreters of scripture. He frequently offers his own translations of a passage, explaining the subtleties and nuances of his translation. He has a penchant for incorporating keen pastoral insight into the text as well. He always interacts with other theologians, commentators, and portions of the Bible when interpreting a particular passage. Further, this volume also contains informative notes from the editor. Commentary on Romans should not be ignored by anyone interested in the book of Romans or John Calvin himself.

Tim Perrine.
CCEL Staff Writer

Commentary on Timothy, Titus, Philemon

Description: Commentary on Timothy, Titus, and Philemon is another impressive commentary by Calvin on several Pauline epistles. Calvin is regarded as one of the Reformation's best interpreters of scripture. He frequently offers his own translations of a passage, explaining the subtleties and nuances of his translation. He has a penchant for incorporating keen pastoral insight into the text as well. He always interacts with other theologians, commentators, and portions of the Bible when interpreting a particular passage. Further, this volume also contains informative notes from the editor. Calvin's Commentary on Timothy, Titus, and Philemon should not be ignored by anyone interested in those books or Calvin himself.

Tim Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer

Commentary on Zechariah, Malachi

Description: In this small volume, John Calvin provides an interesting commentary on the books of Zechariah and Malachi. Regarded as one of the Reformation's best interpreters of scripture, Calvin is an apt commentator. In particular, he frequently offers his own translations of a passage, explaining the subtleties and nuances of his translation. He has a penchant for incorporating keen pastoral insight into the text as well. He always interacts with other theologians, commentators, and portions of the Bible when interpreting a particular passage. Calvin's Commentary on Zechariah and Malachi is instructive and practical. It will prove useful to theologians and laypeople alike.

Tim Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer

Harmony of the Law - Volume 1

Description: Calvin's Harmony of the Law is his commentary on the books Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy. Whereas the majority of Calvin's commentaries are chronologically arranged--beginning with the first verse in a book, and ending with the last--Harmony of the Law is arranged topically, for Calvin believed that his topical arrangement would better present the various doctrines of "true piety." A remarkable commentary, Harmony of the Law contains Calvin's discussion of the Ten Commandments, the usefulness of the law, and the harmony of the law. Harmony of the Law instructs readers in both the narrative history of the Old Testament and the practical importance and use of the Old Testament teachings. Harmony of the Law is highly recommended, and will demonstrate to a reader why Calvin is regarded as one of the best commentators of the Reformation.

Tim Perrine

CCEL Staff Writer

Harmony of the Law - Volume 2

Harmony of the Law - Volume 3

Harmony of the Law - Volume 4

Institutes of the Christian Religion (Author)

Description: Published first in 1536, the Institutes of the Christian Religion is John Calvin's magnum opus. Extremely important for the Protestant Reformation, the Institutes has remained important for Protestant theology for almost five centuries. Written to "aid those who desire to be instructed in the doctrine of salvation," the Institutes, which follows the ordering of the Apostle's Creed, has four parts. The first part examines God the Father; the second part, the Son; the third part, the Holy Spirit; and the fourth part, the Church. Through these four parts, it explores both "knowledge of God" and "knowledge of ourselves" with profound theological insight, challenging and informing all the while. Thus, for either the recent convert or the long-time believer, for the inquisitive beginner or the serious scholar, John Calvin's Institutes of the Christian Religion is a rewarding book worthy of study!

This copy of the Institutes of the Christian Religion was translated into English by Henry Beveridge (who died in 1929) and was first published in 1845.

Tim Perrine
CCEL Staff Writer

Institutio Christianae Religionis vol. 1

Institutio Christianae Religionis vol. 2 (Author)

Language: Latin

Of Prayer�A Perpetual Exercise of Faith. The Daily Benefits Derived from It.

Description: The Daily Benefits Derived from It. This treatise on prayer comes from Book III, Chapter 20 of Calvin's magnum opus, Institutes of the Christian Religion. In it, Calvin answers questions concerning to whom Christians should address their prayers, how they should formulate prayers, and what practices may benefit or injure the development of a prayerful life. As he seeks answers to these questions, Calvin meditates on the Lord's Prayer as a model for meaningful, righteous praying. His inquiry and meditation possess the same degree of scriptural and theological scholarship that characterize the wider body of his work. Although one can read these words on prayer simply because of their immense influence upon history, they can still challenge and instruct us today.

Kathleen O'Bannon

CCEL Staff

On the Christian Life

Description: This devotional book, written for the purpose of teaching Christians how to live out their faith, is divided into five sections. First, Calvin tells us that every follower of Christ loves righteousness and is called to righteousness. The following chapters suggest ways to go about seeking righteousness. In answering Christ's call to live rightly, Calvin stresses the importance of constant patience and clinging to the grace given through Christ's death and resurrection. As Christians seek to order their lives around these principles, they must meditate upon God's plan for the future and how to make that future a reality. Finally, Calvin proposes a few ways how each person can bring God's grace to a fallen world and avoid abusing their roles as representatives of God to that world. This very brief text can serve as a short introduction to Calvin's thought for any who wish to broaden their general knowledge or set out on a path of more involved study.

Kathleen O'Bannon

CCEL Staff

Three Volumes of Sermons

Language: French

Treatise on Relics

Calvin, John (1509-1564)

French reformer and theologian