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he first English translation of a classic text of pastoral theology.John Calvin (15091564) originally wrote his famous Institutes of the Christian Religion in Latin. Beginning with the second edition of his work published in 1541, Calvin translated each new version into French, simultaneously adapting the text to suit lay audiences, shaping it subtly but clearly to teach, exhort, and encourage them. Besides reflecting a more pastoral bent on Calvin's part, this 1541 Institutes is also notable as one of the founding documents of the modern French language.Elsie Anne McKee's masterful translation of the 1541 French Edition the firstever English version offers full access to the brilliant mind of John Calvin as he considered what common Christian people should all know and practice.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Institutes of the Christian Religion'? A: The book primarily focuses on pastoral theology and aims to teach, exhort, and encourage common Christian people in their faith.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is John Calvin, a prominent theologian from the Reformation era.
- Q: When was this English version of the book published? A: This English version was published on April 21, 2009.
- Q: What is unique about this edition of 'Institutes of the Christian Religion'? A: This edition is the first-ever English translation of the 1541 French edition, making it accessible to a broader audience.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 755 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: In what category is this book classified? A: It is classified under the category of Calvinist literature.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Who translated this edition of the book? A: The book was translated by Elsie Anne McKee.
- Q: Why is the 1541 edition significant? A: The 1541 edition is significant as it reflects a pastoral approach and is considered one of the founding documents of modern French language.