Calvin And Augustine - Hardcover

Calvin and Augustine is a book written by Benjamin Breckenridge Warfield, a prominent theologian of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book is a comparative study of the theological teachings of two of the most influential figures in Christian history, John Calvin and Augustine of Hippo. The book begins with an introduction to the life and works of both Calvin and Augustine. The author then proceeds to examine their views on various theological topics, including the nature of God, the doctrine of sin, salvation, predestination, and the sacraments. Throughout the book, Warfield shows how Calvin's theology was heavily influenced by Augustine's writings, particularly his views on predestination and the sovereignty of God. He also highlights the differences between the two theologians, particularly in their views on the role of the church and the sacraments.The book is written in a scholarly style, with extensive footnotes and references to primary sources. It is aimed at readers who are interested in the history of Christian theology and the development of Reformed theology in particular. Overall, Calvin and Augustine is a comprehensive and insightful study of two of the most important figures in Christian history, and their contributions to the development of Reformed theology.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.