John Calvin

Birth

Jul 10, 1509

John Calvin was born on July 10th, 1509 in Noyon, France

Calvin became involved with Humanists

Apr 11, 1527

April 11, 1527, Calvin became in contact with the new humanistic approaches while studying to become a priest. Calvin came into contact with several Humanists to learn more. When he was 18 he earned his masters degree. However, he didn't continue that career.

Calvin goes to law school

Jan 14, 1532

January 14, 1532, Calvin’s father ordered his son to enroll at Orleans in the law faculty. Calvin applied himself, finishing his doctorate in law before January 14.

Calvin goes to Geneva

Jul 20, 1536

July 20, 1536, Calvin travelled to Geneva, and wanted the city to be controlled by the clergy. In 1538, the Libertines won, so Calvin fled to Strasbourg.

Calvin goes to Strasboug

Jan 1, 1538

In 1538 Calvin arrived Strasbourg. Here he learned a lot of his ideas from Martin Bucer, a Protestant from Germany.

Calvin attends Catholic conferences

Jan 1, 1540

In 1540 Calvin attended a Catholic/Protestant conference at Hagenau and in the following year he came to two more conferences at Worms and Regensburg.

Calvin Returns to Geneva

Dec 1, 1540

In September of 1541, Calvin returned to Geneva after the Libertines had fallen in 1540. It took 14 years to be able to apply his version of Christianity with the church.

Death

May 27, 1564

He died May 27th, 1564 at the age of 54