Released in the UK November 2015
Released in the US January 2016
Large trade paperback | 256 Pages
9781781916841 • £8.99 $14.99
BISAC – BIO018000
Theodore Beza
The Man and the Myth
Shawn D. Wright
Prominent in the rise of Calvinism
Introduces you to the 'real' Theodore Beza
Tackles misconceptions and historical inaccuracies
Theodore Beza? Who is he? Why should I care about him?
Well, I'm glad you asked!
Theodore Beza was a man who in his day was one of the luminaries of the Protestant world, who took the reins of the beleaguered Calvinistic movement after its namesake's death, and who influenced English-speaking Protestantism more than you might imagine. Shawn D. Wright casts light on a figure often neglected and helps illustrate the significant impact of his faith and influence.
Shawn D. Wright
Shawn D. Wright is Associate Professor of Church History at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and serves as an elder at Clifton Baptist Church in Louisville, Kentucky,
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Christian Focus
This title opens with, 'Theodore Beza? Who's he? Why should I care about him?' The author answers these questions with warmth and clarity ... though Beza was a theologian of great intellect, he was a man of great devotion to God and pastoral sensitivity in dealing with God's people.
Overall, an excellent introduction to the life and writings of Theodore Beza.
Among the litany of books on Beza this latest work offers a most genuine contribution in its ability to countervail the many modern misconceptions surrounding "the Calvinist." From the aftermath of the St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre to the Colloquy of Montbeliard, Beza proved himself to be more than a theologian; he was a statesman and an ambassador for the Reformed faith. Theodore Beza: The Man and the Myth is a robust depiction of Beza in all of these roles.
Shawn Wright is a rare gift of a careful historian with a pastor's heart. In this moving tribute on Beza, Wright captures the true man behind the myth and demonstrates why Beza should be both relevant as well as inspiring to the modern pastor.
Brian Croft
Pastor, Auburndale Baptist Church, Louisville, Kentucky and Founder, Practical Shepherding
An enrichingand heart warming experience ... Alec Motyer is a Hebrew scholar with a love and respect for God's Word, we can have confidence in what he has done. There were wonderful moments where the Psalms came alive.