001 - Summary of the Books of the Old and New Testaments

Dive into Volume 3 of the Reformation Collection, where we begin with John Calvins insightful summary of the Bibles contents from the preface to the Geneva Bible. We also explore Catherine Parrs poignant Prayers or Meditations, a Protestant counterpart to Thomas à Kempis The Imitation of Christ. The volume recounts gripping accounts of trials and martyrdoms, including the last martyr of Scotland, Walter Mill, and John Bradfords anonymous testimony of Protestants during the reign of Mary I. Hear about the courageous examination of Hugh Latimer in his old age and the execution of Henry Grey, father of Lady Jane Grey. This collection features a rich assortment of prayers from historical figures like Lady Jane Grey and John Knox, who also provides instructions for prayer and Christian gatherings during persecution. Delve into Tyndales Prologues covering the gospels, alongside insightful treatises on church and state relations, including Thomas Cranmers sermon from the Prayer Book Rebellion and discussions on civil magistrates rights by Bullinger. Engage with ethical debates, from Peter Martyrs views on dancing to Martin Bucers thoughts on almsgiving. Controversial matters arise as James Waddell Alexander examines Calvins role in the execution of Michael Servetus and Bernardino Ochinos provocative dialogue on polygamy, which ultimately led to his exile. Calvins letter to Edward Seymour, discussing the Church of Englands Books of Homilies, sheds light on the ongoing struggles between Protestants and Roman Catholics over sacraments. This volume culminates with a poignant eyewitness account of Oecolampadius final days. Dont miss the previous volumes Volume 1 and Volume 2.