Theodore Beza the Counsellor of the French Reformation 1519 to 1605 - Hardcover

Theodore Beza the Counsellor of the French Reformation 1519 to 1605 is a biography of the life and work of Theodore Beza, a prominent figure in the Protestant Reformation in France. Written by Henry Martyn Baird, the book provides a detailed account of Beza's early life, his conversion to Protestantism, his association with John Calvin, and his role in the establishment and spread of the Reformed Church in France. The book also explores Beza's theological views, his contributions to the development of Reformed theology, and his involvement in the political and social events of his time. Drawing on a wealth of primary sources, including Beza's own writings and correspondence, Baird paints a vivid picture of a complex and influential figure who played a crucial role in shaping the course of the Reformation in France.1899. The biography of Theodore Beza, French theologian and scholar, participant in the Protestant Reformation and Calvin's successor in Geneva. Contents: Childhood and Youth; Beza in Paris; Conversion-Call to Lausanne-Abraham's Sacrifice; Treatise on the Punishment of Heretics; Beza's Activity at Lausanne; Becomes Calvin's Coadjutor-Recotr of the University of Geneva; Beza at Nerac; Recall to France; Reception at Court; Speech at the Colloquy of Poissy; Further Discussions-The Edict of January-Massacre of Vassy; Counsellor of Conde and the Huguenots in the First Civil War; Beza Succeeds Calvin-Edits Greek New Testament; Broad Sympathy-Synod of La Rochelle-Massacre of St. Bartholomew's Day; Controversies and Controversial Writings; Beza and the Huguenot Psalter; Contributions to History; The Patriotic Preacher-Henry IV's Apostasy; Beza's Later Years in Geneva; and Closing Days.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.