John Calvin, Calvini Opera, Braunshweig-Berlin, 1863-1900, Volume 45, 348, (1877-78) A Treatise on Relics, Johnstone and Hunter, (January 1, 1854) p. 248.
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It cannot be denied that God in choosing and destining Mary to be the Mother of his Son, granted her the highest honor.
— John Calvin on Mary, mother of Jesus
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About John Calvin
John Calvin (10 July 1509 – 27 May 1564) was a major French Protestant theologian during the Protestant Reformation; he is renowned for his teaching and infamous for his role in the execution of Michael Servetus.
About John Calvin
John Calvin (10 July 1509 – 27 May 1564) was a major French Protestant theologian during the Protestant Reformation; he is renowned for his teaching and infamous for his role in the execution of Michael Servetus.
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