Biéler, André.

Calvin's economic and social thought / André Biéler ; edited by Edward Dommen ; translated from the original French by James Greig. - Geneva : World Alliance of Reformed Churches, World Council of Churches, 2006, c2005. - xxxvii, 545 p. ; 24 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. [522]-531) and indexes.

pt. 1. The Calvinist Reformation: a complete reform of society. Introduction: The breaks between medieval society and the birth of the modern world -- The coming of Calvinism, a lasting power for political and social transformation -- Economic life and social reforms -- pt. 2. Doctrine. Outline of a theological anthropology and sociology -- Wealth and the control of economic power -- Economic activities -- Calvinism and capitalism -- Conclusion.


Translation of: La pensée économique et sociale de Calvin.

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Calvin, Jean, 1509-1564.


Social history--16th century.
Christian sociology--History--16th century.

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