The Bondage and Liberation of the Will

by John Calvin
Translated by G.I. Davies

UPC: 9780801020766 / 978-0801020766
ISBN-10: 080102076X
Pages: 264
Publisher: Baker Books
Language: English
Release Year: 1996
Binding: Paperback

Overview

John Calvin’s The Bondage and Liberation of the Will is a critical work that defends the orthodox doctrine of human choice, focusing on the relationship between God's grace and human free will. This volume represents Calvin’s most thorough treatment of the subject, offering a powerful response to the arguments presented by the Catholic theologian Pighius, who suggested that preaching was unnecessary if salvation were solely by grace. Through careful exposition, Calvin asserts the necessity of human choice in the context of divine grace, a key aspect of his theological framework. This edition, translated by G.I. Davies and edited by A.N.S. Lane, provides insightful commentary and previously unpublished material that deepens understanding of Calvin's views on grace, free will, and predestination.

Product Features

• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 264
• Language: English
• First Published: 1996
• Publisher: Baker Books

Interesting Facts

• Theological Depth: The Bondage and Liberation of the Will is considered one of Calvin’s most important polemical works, engaging deeply with the concepts of human free will, divine grace, and predestination.
• Response to Pighius: Calvin’s work was written as a response to the Catholic theologian Pighius, who argued against the necessity of preaching if salvation depended solely on divine grace.
• Influence of Augustine: The book draws heavily on the writings of the early church father Augustine, particularly his views on grace and human will, reinforcing Calvin's strong Augustinian theological influence.
• Scholarship: Edited by renowned scholar A. N. S. Lane, this edition includes material not found in Calvin’s other writings, offering a unique contribution to the study of Reformation theology.
• Calvin’s Legacy: As one of the leading figures in the Protestant Reformation, John Calvin’s ideas on predestination, grace, and the nature of salvation have shaped the theology of Reformed, Presbyterian, and Congregational churches worldwide.

Publishers

Baker Books, a respected publisher of theological and Christian living books, offers a wide range of resources for those interested in deepening their understanding of Reformation thought and Christian doctrine. This edition of The Bondage and Liberation of the Will makes Calvin's critical work accessible to modern readers and students of theology.

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