Theodore Beza Quotes
Theodore Beza was a French Reformed theologian, biblical scholar, and the principal successor of John Calvin as the leader of the Genevan Reformation. After early humanist studies and a celebrated youthful collection of Latin poems, he fled to Switzerland, embraced the Reformed cause, and from 1559 led the new Geneva Academy. The quotes below are attributed to Theodore Beza, organized by topic.
Theodore Beza on God
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Attributed to Theodore Beza:
“God's election is the foundation of every saving grace.”
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“Faith is wrought in us by the Spirit, not chosen by our will.”
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“The visible Church is to be ordered according to the rule of Scripture.”
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“Liturgy is the school of the heart.”
Theodore Beza on Politics
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“Tyrants are not God's ministers when they trample God's law.”