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Institutes of the Christian Religion, 2 Vols

by John Calvin

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Scott said: " Magisterial. What is there to be said which hasn't already been said? ...more "

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"Excellent! Book 1 holds up. Though translating “intellectus” as “understanding” makes for lack of understanding!" — Jul 05, 2025 06:55AM

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