Calvin and the Atonement

Publisher's Description

John Calvin had a profound understanding of the atoning work of Christ. His writings are still one of the major sources scholars and others rely on to give insight into what was accomplished by Jesus on the cross.

In this book Robert Peterson first examines what Calvin says regarding the love of God, the Incarnation, and Christ's offices of prophet, priest and king. He goes on to consider Calvin's comments on other aspects of Christ's work: he is the second Adam, the victor, the substitute, the sacrifice and the example.

160 Pages
Published 1999

About the Author

Robert A Peterson Sr. is Professor of Systematic Theology at Covenant Seminary in St. Louis. He has also written on the biblical nature of hell and the major themes of the gospel of John.