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Calvinism And Modern Thought (1901)

Calvinism And Modern Thought (1901)

Beattie, Francis Robert

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ISBN10: 1165884089
ISBN13: 9781165884087
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 52
Weight: 0.18
Height: 0.11 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Calvinism and Modern Thought, written by Francis Robert Beattie and first published in 1901, is a comprehensive exploration of the relationship between Calvinism and the intellectual currents of modernity. Beattie, a Scottish theologian and professor of systematic theology at the Presbyterian College in Montreal, argues that Calvinism has played a significant role in shaping the modern world, particularly in its emphasis on the sovereignty of God, the depravity of humanity, and the predestination of the elect.Through a close examination of the writings of key figures in the history of Calvinism, including John Calvin, Theodore Beza, and Jonathan Edwards, as well as contemporary thinkers such as Friedrich Nietzsche and Immanuel Kant, Beattie shows how Calvinism has influenced modern philosophy, theology, and culture. He also explores the tensions between Calvinism and other intellectual currents of modernity, such as liberalism, rationalism, and existentialism.Despite its age, Calvinism and Modern Thought remains a valuable resource for scholars and students of theology, philosophy, and intellectual history. It offers a nuanced and insightful analysis of the relationship between Calvinism and modernity, and sheds light on the enduring relevance of Calvinist theology in contemporary debates about the nature of God, humanity, and the world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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