“For as the aged, or those whose sight is defective, when any book, however fair, is set before them, though they perceive that there is something written, are scarcely able to make out two consecutive words, but, when aided by glasses, begin to read distinctly, so Scripture, gathering together the impressions of Deity, which, till then, lay confused in our minds, dissipates the darkness, and shows us the true God clearly.”
Quote by John Calvin
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Institutes of the Christian Religion
Written by John Calvin, this comprehensive work delves into the core beliefs and practices of Christianity, offering a systematic approach to understanding the faith. more
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John Calvin
John Calvin (July 10, 1509 - May 27, 1564) was a significant figure in the 16th-century Protestant Reformation and the founder of the Calvinist branch of Protestantism. He was a theologian, philosopher, and Christian reformer whose theological ideas had a profound impact on subsequent generations. more
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Source: Institutes of the Christian Religion
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