Great Christians of France: Saint Louis and Calvin
Exploring the Legacy of French Saints and ReformersBy François Guizot
Length9h 56m
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In "Great Christians of France: Saint Louis and Calvin," Fran√ßois Guizot explores the profound impact of two seminal figures in French history, weaving a narrative that is both informative and reflective. Guizot employs a blend of historical analysis and biographical detail, presenting Saint Louis's devout crusades and commitment to justice alongside Calvin's theological innovations and influence on Protestantism. The literary style is characteristically clear and eloquent, privileging accessible prose that invites both scholarly engagement and general readership, while situating these figures within the broader context of 13th-century and 16th-century France, respectively. Fran√ßois Guizot, a prominent historian and political figure of the 19th century, drew upon his extensive knowledge of French history and his liberal ideals in crafting this comparative work. His background as a statesman and Minister of Education, alongside his influence in the establishment of historical methodology, shaped his perspective on the interaction between faith and governance. Guizot's appreciation for the moral implications of these leaders' lives reflects his own philosophical inquiries into the role of Christianity in shaping national identity. This book is highly recommended for readers interested in the confluence of religion and politics in shaping modern France. Guizot'Äôs insightful analysis not only illuminates the legacies of Saint Louis and Calvin but also invites contemplation on the enduring power of faith in public life. A rich blend of narrative and scholarly rigor makes it an invaluable addition to the libraries of historians, theologians, and anyone seeking to understand the moral fabric of France.
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GenreSpirituality and Religion
Length9 hrs 56 mins
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Publish dateNov 5, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1St. Louis.
2Chapter I. — 5 Origin Of The Title 'most Christian King,' As Given To The Kings Of France. Canonization Of Charlemagne And St. Louis. Chapter II. — 9 Education Of St. Louis. Influence Of His Century, And Of His Mother, On The Formation Of His Character. Chapter III. — 19 Majority Of St. Louis His Marriage, And The Commencement Of His Government. Chapter IV. — 26 Relations Of St. Louis With His Vassals. His Feudal Conflicts. War With Henry III. Of England. Chapter V. — 37 Attitude Of St. Louis In The Struggle Between The German Empire And The Papacy. Chapter VI. — 43 Christian Europe And Mahometan Asia In The Thirteenth Century. Chapter VII. — 51 Origin Of The Passion Felt By St. Louis For The Crusades. His Sickness In 1244. His Vow. His Departure On His First Crusade In 1248. Chapter VIII. — 58 St. Louis In Egypt. 1249-1250.
3Chapter IX. — 80 St. Louis In Palestine And Syria. Chapter X. — 95 Return Of St. Louis To France. His Domestic Policy. Chapter XI. — 102 Foreign Policy Of St. Louis. Chapter XII. — 109 The King's Legislative And Administrative Power. Chapter XIII. — 117 Christianity Of St. Louis In His Private And Social Life, As Well As In His Public Career And Political Relations. Chapter XIV. — 130 The Crusade The Ruling Passion Of St. Louis. In Spite Of Strenuous Opposition, He Decides On A Second Crusade (1270). His Arrival And Death Before Tunis (25th August, 1270) Chapter XV. — 140 Portrait Of St. Louis As The Ideal Man, Christian, And King Of The Middle Ages. His Participation In The Two Great Errors Of His Time.
4John Calvin.
5Chapter I. — 145 Final Judgment On Great Men And Great Events Must Be Reserved For Future Generations. Characteristics Of The Religious Reform Of The Sixteenth Century. Chapter II. — 152 Birth And Parentage Of Calvin. His Brother Charles. Education Of Calvin. His Choice Of A Career.
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6Chapter III. — 157 Calvin The Law Student, At Orleans And Bourges. Calvin The Reformer, In Paris. Chapter IV. — 165 Calvin A Fugitive. Persecution Of The Protestants In Paris. Chapter V. — 173 Calvin The Theologian. Chapter VI. — 181 Calvin's Belief In The Plenary Inspiration Of The Bible. Chapter VII. — 189 Calvin's Theory Of Free-will And Predestination. Chapter VIII. — 202 Calvin Preaches Religious Reform In Italy. The Duchess Of Ferrara. Calvin's Flight From Aosta. Chapter IX. — 212 William Farel. Calvin In Geneva. Chapter X. — 232 Calvin's Polemics. Chapter XI. — 241 Calvin, Luther, And Melancthon. Calvin In Search Of A Wife. Chapter XII. — 250 Calvin Returns To Geneva. Chapter XIII. — 258 Calvin's Ecclesiastical Polity. Chapter XIV. — 266 Calvin's Civil Legislation.
7Chapter XV. — 278 Division Of The Religious And Civil Authorities On The Question Of The Lord's Supper. Chapter XVI. — 283 Defeat Of The Libertines. Chapter XVII. — 290 Calvin's Theological Controversies. Servetus. Chapter XVIII. — 312 Servetus In Geneva. His Trial And Execution. Chapter XIX. — 326 The Two Opponents. Calvin's Letter To Socinus. Chapter XX. — 333 Calvin's Influence Over The Reformed Churches. His Presbyterianism. Chapter XXI. — 345 Calvin The Author. His Church Catechism. His Respect For The Intellect. Chapter XXII. — 355 The End.
8Preface.
9St. Louis, King Of France.
10Chapter I. Origin Of The Title 'most Christian King,' As Given To The Kings Of France. Canonization Of Charlemagne And St. Louis.
11Chapter II. Education Of St. Louis. Influence Of His Century, And Of His Mother, On The Formation Of His Character.
12Chapter III. Majority Of St. Louis His Marriage, The Commencement Of His Government.
13Chapter IV. Relations Of St. Louis With His Vassals. His Feudal Conflicts. War With Henry III. Of England.
14Chapter V. Attitude Of St. Louis In The Struggle Between The German Empire And The Papacy.
15Chapter VI. Christian Europe And Mahometan Asia In The Thirteenth Century.
16Chapter VII. Origin Of The Passion Felt By St. Louis For The Crusades. His Sickness In 1244. His Vow. His Departure On His First Crusade In 1248.
17Chapter VIII. St. Louis In Egypt. 1249-1250.
18Chapter IX. St. Louis In Palestine And Syria.
19Chapter X. Return Of St. Louis To France. His Domestic Policy.
20Chapter XI. Foreign Policy Of St. Louis.
21Chapter XII. The King's Legislative And Administrative Power.
22Chapter XIII. Christianity Of St. Louis In His Private And Social Life, As Well As In His Public Career And Political Relations.
23Chapter XIV. The Crusade The Ruling Passion Of St. Louis. In Spite Of Strenuous Opposition, He Decides On A Second Crusade (1270). His Arrival And Death Before Tunis (25th August, 1270).
24Chapter XV. Portrait Of St. Louis As The Ideal Man, Christian, And King Of The Middle Ages. His Participation In The Two Great Errors Of His Time.
25John Calvin.
26Born At Noyon, July 10, 1509. Died At Geneva, May 27, 1564.
27Chapter I. Final Judgment On Great Men And Great Events Must Be Reserved For Future Generations. Characteristics Of The Religious Reform Of The Sixteenth Century.
28Chapter II. Birth And Parentage Of Calvin. His Brother Charles. Education Of Calvin. His Choice Of A Career.
29Chapter III. Calvin The Law Student, At Orleans And Bourges. Calvin The Reformer, In Paris.
30Chapter IV. Calvin A Fugitive. Persecution Of The Protestants In Paris.
31Chapter V. Calvin The Theologian.
32Chapter VI. Calvin's Belief In The Plenary Inspiration Of The Bible.
33Chapter VII. Calvin's Theory Of Free-will And Predestination.
34Chapter VIII. Calvin Preaches Religious Reform In Italy. The Duchess Of Ferrara. Calvin's Flight From Aosta.
35Hanc CALVINI FUGA, Erexit Anno MDXLI. Religionis constantia reparavit Anno MDCCXLI. Civium pietas Renovavit et adornavit Anno MDCCCXLI.
36Chapter IX. William Farel. Calvin In Geneva.
37Chapter X. Calvin's Polemics.
38Chapter XI. Calvin, Luther, And Melancthon. Calvin In Search Of A Wife.
39Chapter XII. Calvin Returns To Geneva.
40Chapter XIII. Calvin's Ecclesiastical Polity.
41Chapter XIV. Calvin's Civil Legislation.
42Chapter XV. Division Of The Religious And Civil Authorities On The Question Of The Lord's Supper.
43Chapter XVI. Defeat Of The Libertines.
44Chapter XVII. Calvin's Theological Controversies. Servetus.
45Chapter XVIII. Servetus In Geneva. His Trial And Execution.
46Chapter XIX. The Two Opponents. Calvin's Letter To Socinus.
47Chapter XX. Calvin's Influence Over The Reformed Churches. His Presbyterianism.
48Chapter XXI. Calvin The Author. His Church Catechism. His Respect For The Intellect.
49Chapter XXII. The End.
50Note To St. Louis. The Punishment of Blasphemy, p. 144.
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