“If we believe heaven to be our country, it is better for us to transmit our wealth thither, than to retain it here, where we may lose it by a sudden removal.”
Quote by John Calvin
Work
Institutes of the Christian Religion Vol. 2: Translated from the Original Latin, and Collated With the Author's Last Edition in French
John Calvin's 'Institutes of the Christian Religion' is a foundational text in the field of Protestant theology. The second volume, translated from the original Latin and compared with the author's last French edition, delves into various theological topics and concepts, offering a comprehensive exploration of Calvin's theological thought. more
Author
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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