beloved57
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Are you in denial of Calvins past?
Calvin believed that executing unrepentant heretics was justified.
The best known example of this is when Calvin consented to the execution of Michael Servetus, a man who denied the Trinity and infant baptism. Servetus burned for one hour simply because of his theological views.
Calvin supporters are quick to point out that the great Reformer didn’t directly execute the man. He even tried to persuade Servetus not to come to Geneva. Calvin also tried to get Servetus to repent and sought for him to be granted a more humane execution (which was beheading instead of burning).
Calvin made this remark regarding Servetus, showing that he believed death for heresy was justifiable.
“But I am unwilling to pledge my word for his safety, for if he shall come [to Geneva], I shall never permit him to depart alive, provided my authority be of any avail.”
During Servertus’ trial, Calvin remarked:
“I hope that the verdict will call for the death penalty.”
That's just ONE abomination. You can see the rest here...
http://www.patheos.com/blogs/frankviola/shockingbeliefsofjohncalvin/
He's your hero!
Are you here to discuss calvins history or to debate the points made in the post , which you seem to evade !