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'''John Calvin''' (French: ''Jean Calvin'') was a reformed theologian who resided in Geneva, Switzerland, and was influential figure during the [[Protestant Reformation]]. Calvin is most often associated with the doctrine of [[Calvinism]], a [[Soteriology|soteriological]] position that affirms the sovereignty of God over salvation. | '''John Calvin''' (French: ''Jean Calvin'') was a reformed theologian who resided in Geneva, Switzerland, and was influential figure during the [[Protestant Reformation]]. Calvin is most often associated with the doctrine of [[Calvinism]], a [[Soteriology|soteriological]] position that affirms the sovereignty of God over all areas of life, particularly emphasizing salvation. | ||
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John Calvin
| Birth Name | Jehan Cauvin |
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| Birth Date | July 10, 1509 |
| Birth Place | Noyon, Picardy, France |
| Death Date | May 27, 1564 (aged 54) |
| Death Place | Geneva, Switzerland |
| Occupation(s) | Reformer, minister, author |
| Residency | Geneva, Switzerland |
| Affiliation(s) | Republic of Geneva, Saint-Nicolas Church, Sainte-Madeleine Church, Temple Neuf |
| Spouse(s) | Idelette de Bure |
| Children | Jacques Calvin |
John Calvin (French: Jean Calvin) was a reformed theologian who resided in Geneva, Switzerland, and was influential figure during the Protestant Reformation. Calvin is most often associated with the doctrine of Calvinism, a soteriological position that affirms the sovereignty of God over all areas of life, particularly emphasizing salvation.
