Author

John Calvin

1509–1564
Geneva. The architect. Institutes became the framework for all subsequent Reformed theology. Trained a generation of pastors at the Genevan Academy.

Works in the Library 51

Commentary on Joshua 1578 Calvin's commentary on Joshua, his final exegetical work, tracing Israel's conquest and settlement as fulfillment of divine covenant promises. → Calvin's Commentary on Colossians 1581 Calvin's expository commentary on Colossians addressing Christological themes and practical Christian conduct, translated into English for theological instruction. → A Harmony Upon the Three Evangelists 1584 Calvin's harmonized commentary on the four Gospels, synthesizing Matthew, Mark, and Luke with separate treatment of John, providing comprehensive scriptural interpretation for English readers. → Commentary on Philippians 1584 Calvin's epistle commentary on Philippians emphasizing affliction's necessity, justification by faith alone, and the assurance and perseverance of believers in Christian living. → Commentaries on the Acts of the Apostles 1585 Calvin's detailed commentary on the Acts of the Apostles, translated into English to illuminate the apostolic church's history and practices for English-speaking congregations. → Commentary on Acts Vol 1 (1-13) 1844 Calvin's first volume commentary on Acts expounds Luke's narrative of apostolic ministry, explaining the Holy Spirit's work and the early church's expansion. → The Necessity of Reforming the Church 1844 Calvin's polemical treatise defending Protestant Reformation principles and critiquing Catholic ecclesiastical practices and doctrinal errors. → Commentary on Acts Vol 2 (14-28) 1845 Calvin's second volume commentary on Acts continues exposition of apostolic history, covering Paul's missionary journeys and the Gospel's spread throughout the Mediterranean. → Commentary on Harmony of the Gospels Vol 1 1845 First volume of Calvin's harmonized Gospel commentary, synthesizing Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John to illuminate Christ's life and teachings. → Commentary on Harmony of the Gospels Vol 2 1845 Second volume of Calvin's Gospel harmony, continuing the integrated analysis of all four Gospels' accounts of Jesus's ministry. → Commentary on Psalms Vol 1 (1-35) 1845 First volume of Calvin's Psalms commentary covering Psalms 1-35, interpreting prayers and praises as expressions of faith and devotion. → Institutes of the Christian Religion 1845 Calvin's magnum opus systematizing Christian doctrine through creation, redemption, sanctification, and the Church's role in salvation history. → Commentary on Harmony of the Gospels Vol 3 1846 Third volume completing Calvin's Gospel harmony, providing comprehensive theological interpretation of Christ's passion, resurrection, and apostolic commission. → Commentary on Hosea 1846 Calvin's exegesis of Hosea, interpreting the prophet's marriage narrative and messages as expressions of God's covenant love and judgment. → Commentary on Joel, Amos, Obadiah 1846 Calvin's commentary on Joel, Amos, and Obadiah, interpreting eschatological visions, social justice, and divine judgment. → Commentary on Psalms Vol 2 (36-66) 1846 Second volume of Psalms commentary covering Psalms 36-66, analyzing lament, thanksgiving, and worship in the Psalter. → Commentary on Genesis Vol 1 (Ch 1-23) 1847 Calvin's foundational exegesis of Genesis chapters 1-23, establishing theological principles for creation, covenant, and divine providence. → Commentary on John Vol 1 (1-11) 1847 First volume of Calvin's John commentary covering chapters 1-11, emphasizing Christ's divinity, signs, and incarnational theology. → Commentary on John Vol 2 (12-21) 1847 Second volume of John commentary covering chapters 12-21, interpreting Christ's passion, resurrection, and post-resurrection appearances. → Commentary on Jonah, Micah, Nahum 1847 Calvin's commentary on Jonah, Micah, and Nahum, examining repentance, messianic expectation, and divine justice. → Commentary on Psalms Vol 3 (67-92) 1847 Third volume of Psalms commentary covering Psalms 67-92, examining liturgical use and theological significance of the Psalms. → Commentary on 1 Cor 15-16 and 2 Corinthians 1848 Calvin's commentary on 1 Corinthians 15-16 and 2 Corinthians provides exegetical exposition of Paul's teachings on resurrection, spiritual gifts, and apostolic authority. → Commentary on 1 Corinthians Vol 1 (1-14) 1848 Calvin's first volume commentary on 1 Corinthians expounds Paul's epistolary instruction on church order, spiritual gifts, and Christian conduct in Corinthian community. → Commentary on Genesis Vol 2 (Ch 24-50) 1848 Calvin's continuation of Genesis commentary covering chapters 24-50, tracing patriarchal narratives and God's redemptive purposes through Abraham's descendants. → Commentary on Habakkuk, Zephaniah, Haggai 1848 Calvin's exposition of the minor prophets Habakkuk, Zephaniah, and Haggai, interpreting their messages of judgment, restoration, and divine sovereignty. → Commentary on Ezekiel Vol 1 (1-12) 1849 Calvin's first volume commentary on Ezekiel expounds the prophet's visions and oracles, explaining divine judgment, restoration, and the glory of God's presence. → Commentary on Psalms Vol 4 (93-119) 1849 Fourth volume of Psalms commentary covering Psalms 93-119, interpreting royal psalms and the longest acrostic psalm theologically. → Commentary on Psalms Vol 5 (119-150) 1849 Fifth volume completing Psalms commentary covering Psalms 119-150, concluding with praise psalms and the Psalter's spiritual culmination. → Commentary on Romans 1849 Calvin's systematic commentary on Romans, establishing justification by faith and divine sovereignty as foundational theological principles. → Commentary on Zechariah and Malachi 1849 Calvin's commentary on Zechariah and Malachi, interpreting post-exilic prophecies and messianic expectations with eschatological significance. → Commentary on Ezekiel Vol 2 (13-20) 1850 Calvin's detailed exegetical analysis of Ezekiel chapters 13-20, examining prophetic visions and divine judgment through systematic theological interpretation. → Commentary on Isaiah Vol 1 (1-16) 1850 First volume of Calvin's Isaiah commentary covering chapters 1-16, analyzing messianic prophecies and divine judgment on nations. → Commentary on Jeremiah Vol 1 (1-9) 1850 First volume of Calvin's Jeremiah commentary covering chapters 1-9, interpreting the prophet's call and messages of judgment. → Commentary on Isaiah Vol 2 (17-32) 1851 Second volume of Isaiah commentary covering chapters 17-32, examining oracles against foreign nations and Israel's spiritual condition. → Commentary on Jeremiah Vol 2 (10-19) 1851 Second volume of Jeremiah commentary covering chapters 10-19, analyzing covenant violation and divine judgment on Judah. → Commentary on Daniel Vol 1 (1-6) 1852 Calvin's first volume commentary on Daniel expounds the prophet's visions and historical narratives, explaining divine sovereignty over kingdoms and eschatological prophecy. → Commentary on Harmony of the Law Vol 1 1852 First volume of Calvin's systematic commentary on the Mosaic Law, examining its ceremonial, civil, and moral dimensions theologically. → Commentary on Isaiah Vol 3 (33-48) 1852 Third volume of Isaiah commentary covering chapters 33-48, interpreting salvation history and the servant passages with Christological focus. → Commentary on Jeremiah Vol 3 (20-29) 1852 Third volume of Jeremiah commentary covering chapters 20-29, examining the prophet's suffering and false prophecy condemnation. → Commentary on Daniel Vol 2 (7-12) 1853 Calvin's second volume commentary on Daniel completes exposition of the prophet's visions, emphasizing messianic prophecy and the ultimate triumph of God's kingdom. → Commentary on Harmony of the Law Vol 2 1853 Second volume of Calvin's Law commentary, deepening analysis of Levitical regulations and their spiritual significance for Christian understanding. → Commentary on Hebrews 1853 Calvin's detailed commentary on Hebrews, emphasizing Christ's superiority, the new covenant, and faith as central theological themes. → Commentary on Isaiah Vol 4 (49-66) 1853 Fourth volume completing Isaiah commentary covering chapters 49-66, emphasizing redemption, restoration, and eschatological fulfillment. → Commentary on Jeremiah Vol 4 (30-47) 1853 Fourth volume of Jeremiah commentary covering chapters 30-47, interpreting restoration promises and judgment on foreign nations. → Commentary on Galatians and Ephesians 1854 Calvin's comprehensive commentary on Galatians and Ephesians, addressing justification by faith and the nature of the Church with doctrinal precision. → Commentary on Harmony of the Law Vol 3 1854 Third volume of Calvin's Law commentary, continuing exposition of Deuteronomic law and its theological implications for covenant theology. → Commentary on Jeremiah and Lamentations Vol 5 1854 Fifth volume completing Jeremiah and Lamentations commentary, addressing exile theology and lamentation over Jerusalem's destruction. → Commentary on Harmony of the Law Vol 4 1855 Fourth volume completing Calvin's Law harmony, synthesizing legal passages across the Pentateuch with doctrinal application. → Commentary on James, Peter, John, Jude 1855 Calvin's commentary on James, 1-3 Peter, 1-3 John, and Jude, addressing practical Christian living and apostolic authority. → Commentary on Timothy, Titus, Philemon 1856 Calvin's commentary on 1-2 Timothy, Titus, and Philemon, addressing pastoral ministry, church order, and Christian conduct. → Letters of John Calvin, Volume I 1858 First volume of Calvin's correspondence, documenting his theological debates, pastoral concerns, and Reformation leadership through personal letters. →

Passages John Calvin cites most

Bible verses most often cited across these 51 works. Each links to everything in the library on that verse.

Philippians 2:742× Psalm 132:1439× Ephesians 2:1436× 1 Samuel 15:2233× 1 Timothy 3:1631× 2 Corinthians 2:1630× Romans 8:1530× Colossians 3:326× Galatians 4:426× 2 Corinthians 3:625× Ephesians 1:425× Genesis 17:725×

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