John Calvin
John Calvin (1509-1564) was a French theologian and reformer in Geneva during the Protestant Reformation. He is best known for his teachings on predestination and the sovereignty of God, as well as for his role in developing the system of Christian theology known as Calvinism. Calvin's work 'Institutes of the Christian Religion' laid the foundation for Reformed theology and significantly influenced Protestant thought. His ideas emphasized the authority of Scripture and the importance of a personal relationship with God, shaping Protestantism and its doctrines in Europe and beyond.
Born on Jul 10, 1509 (515 years old)
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John Calvin also wrote apologia to defend his doctrines during the Protestant Reformation.
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