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JEAN CALVIN French theological reformer, active in Switzerland Date: 1509 - 1564
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This evocative black and white portrait captures the intense gaze and unwavering conviction of Jean Calvin, the influential French theological reformer who played a pivotal role in the Protestant Reformation during the 16th century. Born in Noyon, France, in 1509, Calvin spent much of his formative years in Paris, where he studied law before turning to theology. In 1533, Calvin was forced to flee France due to his religious beliefs and found refuge in Basel, Switzerland. It was there that he began to develop his theological ideas, which would later come to be known as Calvinism. In 1536, Calvin moved to Geneva, Switzerland, where he became the spiritual leader of the city and implemented his vision of a reformed church. Calvin's theology, as expressed in his seminal work "The Institutes of the Christian Religion," emphasized the sovereignty of God, the importance of faith, and the idea of predestination. His teachings had a profound impact on Protestantism and continue to shape the beliefs of many Christian denominations today. Calvin's influence extended beyond theology, as he also played a key role in the political and social structures of Geneva. He helped establish the Consistory, a religious court that enforced moral and theological standards, and advocated for the separation of church and state. Calvin died in Geneva on August 27, 1564, at the age of 55. His legacy as a theological reformer and leader of the Protestant Reformation endures, and this portrait serves as a powerful reminder of his enduring impact on Western thought and Christianity.
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