Lectionary Calendar
Tuesday, November 5th, 2024
the Week of Proper 26 / Ordinary 31
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Bible Commentaries

Comentario de Calvino sobre la BibliaComentario de Calvino

   

Antiguo Testamento

Génesis
The creation, humanity's fall, the flood, and God's covenant with Abraham and his descendants.
Éxodo
Israel's escape from Egypt, receiving the Law, and covenant formation at Mount Sinai.
Levítico
Laws on sacrifices, purity, and holiness, guiding Israel's worship and community life.
Números
Israel's wilderness journey, census data, and preparations for entering the Promised Land.
Deuteronomio
Moses' final speeches reiterating the Law and renewing Israel's covenant before entering Canaan.
Josué
Israel's conquest, division of Canaan, and Joshua's leadership in settling the Promised Land.
Salmos
A collection of songs and prayers expressing worship, lament, thanksgiving, and praise to God.
Isaías
Prophecies of judgment and redemption, foretelling the Messiah's coming and Israel's restoration.
Jeremías
Warnings of Jerusalem's destruction, calls for repentance, and promises of a new covenant.
Lamentaciones
Poems mourning Jerusalem's destruction and expressing deep sorrow, yet hope in God's mercy.
Ezequiel
Visions and prophecies of Jerusalem's fall, Israel's restoration, and a future temple.
Daniel
Stories of faithfulness in exile and visions of future kingdoms and God's ultimate victory.
Oseas
A prophet's marriage symbolizes God's steadfast love for unfaithful Israel, calling for repentance.
Joel
Prophecies of a locust plague, judgment, and the outpouring of God's Spirit.
Amós
A call for social justice, condemning Israel's complacency and predicting divine judgment.
Abdías
Prophecy against Edom for its betrayal of Israel, foretelling its destruction.
Jonás
A reluctant prophet's mission to Nineveh, highlighting God's mercy towards repentance.
Miqueas
Warnings of judgment, calls for justice, and prophecies of a future ruler from Bethlehem.
Nahúm
The impending fall of Nineveh as God's judgment against Assyrian cruelty.
Habacuc
A prophet questions God's justice, leading to a vision of divine sovereignty and faith.
Sofonías
Prophecies of judgment on Judah and surrounding nations, with promises of restoration.
Ageo
Encouragement to rebuild the temple after the Babylonian exile, emphasizing God's presence.
Zacarías
Visions and prophecies encouraging the returned exiles, foretelling the Messiah's coming.
Malaquías
A call to covenant faithfulness, addressing Israel's spiritual apathy, and predicting Elijah's return.

Nuevo Testamento

San Mateo
Jesus' life, teachings, and fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies as the Messiah.
San Marcos
A fast-paced account of Jesus' ministry, focusing on his actions and sacrificial death.
San Lucas
Jesus' life, emphasizing compassion for the marginalized and the universal scope of salvation.
San Juan
Theological reflections on Jesus as the Word of God, focusing on his divine nature and mission.
Hechos
The early church's growth, the apostles' ministry, and the spread of the Gospel.
Romanos
A theological treatise on salvation, grace, faith, and righteousness through Jesus Christ for all.
1 Corintios
Paul addresses divisions, immorality, and spiritual gifts in the Corinthian church.
2 Corintios
Paul's defense of his apostleship, his sufferings, and the power of God's grace.
Gálatas
Paul's defense of the Gospel of grace against legalism, emphasizing faith in Christ alone.
Efesios
Paul's teachings on the church's unity, spiritual blessings in Christ, and Christian conduct.
Filipenses
A letter of joy and encouragement, urging humility and faithfulness amid persecution.
Colosenses
Paul's emphasis on Christ's supremacy and warnings against false teachings.
1 Tesalonicenses
Encouragement to a young church, with teachings on holiness and Christ's return.
2 Tesalonicenses
Clarifications about Christ's return and exhortations to stand firm in faith.
1 Timoteo
Guidance for church leadership, sound teaching, moral conduct, and defending the truth of the gospel.
2 Timoteo
Paul's final exhortations to Timothy, emphasizing perseverance and faithfulness.
Tito
Instructions for establishing order in the church, promoting sound doctrine, and living with integrity.
Filemón
A personal appeal for the forgiveness and restoration of a runaway slave, Onesimus.
Hebreos
An insightful look at Christ's supremacy, priesthood, and the fulfillment of prophecies.
Santiago
Practical wisdom on living out one's faith through good works and righteous behavior.
1 Pedro
Encouragement for suffering Christians to remain faithful and hopeful in their trials.
2 Pedro
A reminder to grow in faith, resist false teachings, and remain steadfast awaiting His return.
1 Juan
Teachings on love, obedience, and assurance of salvation through fellowship with God.
Judas
A strong warning against false teachers and a passionate call to defend the faith and uphold the truth.

Author's Biography

John Calvin
John Calvin

Juan Calvino, una figura principal en el desarrollo del sistema de teología cristiana luego llamado calvinismo, nació el 10 de julio de 1509 en Noyon, Picardía, Francia. Educado inicialmente para una carrera en la Iglesia en la Universidad de París, el viaje intelectual de Calvino dio un giro decisivo hacia los principios de la Reforma a principios de la década de 1530, lo que lo llevó a romper con la Iglesia Católica Romana.

En 1536, Calvino publicó la primera edición de su obra seminal, "Institución de la Religión Cristiana", una exposición completa de la teología protestante. Sus escritos influyeron profundamente en la dirección de la Reforma Protestante, articulando principios fundamentales como la soberanía de Dios en la salvación y el concepto de predestinación. Las "Instituciones" pasarían por varias ediciones, cada una más extensa que la anterior, reflejando el pensamiento teológico en evolución de Calvino y la maduración del movimiento de la Reforma.

El impacto de Calvino se extendió mucho más allá de sus escritos. En 1536, fue persuadido de quedarse en Ginebra, donde desempeñó un papel significativo en la transformación de la ciudad en un modelo de moralidad y disciplina protestante. Sus esfuerzos en Ginebra incluyeron el establecimiento de una nueva estructura de gobierno eclesiástico, la promoción de la educación para todos y la aplicación de un código moral que era notablemente estricto según los estándares modernos. Su trabajo en Ginebra convirtió a la ciudad en un centro para exiliados protestantes de toda Europa, quienes posteriormente llevaron las ideas de Calvino a sus países de origen.

El legado teológico de Calvino es vasto, influyendo no solo en el pensamiento religioso sino también en el desarrollo de la teoría política, la educación y la sociedad en el mundo occidental. Su énfasis en la autoridad de la Escritura y el sacerdocio de todos los creyentes contribuyó a la difusión de ideas democráticas y al crecimiento de la alfabetización. A pesar de las controversias que rodean sus enseñanzas y su papel en la ejecución de herejes como Miguel Servet, Calvino sigue siendo una figura sobresaliente en la historia del cristianismo, venerado por su rigor intelectual, profunda devoción a Dios y la influencia perdurable de sus ideas en el cristianismo global.

 
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