For though Christ was his most beloved Son, in whom the Fat… - John Calvin

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For though Christ was his most beloved Son, in whom the Father was always well pleased, yet we see that he was not treated with indulgence and tenderness, so that it may be truly said that he was not only continuously afflicted, but that his whole life was a perpetual cross.

John Calvin

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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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Pen Names: Charles d'Espeville

Alternative Names: Jehan Cauvin • Calvin • Jean Calvin • Johannes Calvinus • Ioannes Calvinus • Cauvin

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