This XpressRead Cram Edition of A Treatise on Relics pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.
John Calvin's ""A Treatise on Relics"" is a powerful exploration of reliquaries and their place within Christian history and theology. This meticulously prepared edition offers readers a direct encounter with Calvin's critical examination of the veneration of relics. Addressing themes of idolatry and the worship of saints, Calvin delves into the complex intersection of religion, politics, and state.
A cornerstone of Reformation thought, this treatise provides invaluable insight into debates surrounding church history and religious practice. Calvin's work challenges conventional beliefs, offering a rigorous apologetic argument on the proper interpretation of Christian doctrine. Readers interested in Christian history and theological debates will find this a compelling and essential text. This edition preserves the original text for scholarly engagement and reflection.
By:
Jean Calvin, Valerian Count Krasinski Imprint: Xpresspress Dimensions:
Height: 234mm,
Width: 156mm,
Spine: 14mm
Weight: 386g ISBN:9781026124109 ISBN 10: 1026124107 Pages: 272 Publication Date:14 May 2026 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active