Predestination and Justification: Two Theological Loci

Peter Martyr Vermigli Library #8

by Pietro Martire Vermigli, Frank A. James III

Predestination and justification are two of the most distinctive and familiar doctrines associated with the Protestant Reformation. Martyr, one of the more influential Protestant theologians and biblical exegetes of the sixteenth century, engages advocates and detractors alike in his most extensive discussions of these controversial theological topics, drawn from his monumental commentary on the Apostle Paul's letter to the Romans. The great value of these two treatises from Peter Martyr's pen is that they provide a vital if unheralded Protestant perspective on what were two of the most controverted doctrines of the Reformation era?not only between Roman Catholics and Protestants, but also among the Reformed, Lutheran, and Anabaptists as well.

Genres: Theology

248 pages, Hardcover

First published December 1, 2003

About the author

Pietro Martire (Peter Martyr) Vermigli was an Italian theologian.

Reviews

[Ronnie Nichols · Rating 5 out of 5]

Outstanding! I was recently introduced to Vermigli through an article written in another work on justification. The Doctrine on Which the Church Stands or Falls: Justification in Biblical, Theological, Historical, and Pastoral Perspective. I was intrigued by this man who was a former Catholic that converted to Reformed Theology (Calvinism) . I purchased a couple of his works to get to know him. This book is divided into two addresses', one on Predestination and one on Justification by faith alone. I truly cherished reading this book and it never ceases to amaze me at how the arguments and proofs have not changed in 500 years. Vermigli champions the cause of predestination with sound biblical exegesis and a passionate and rational understanding of theology proper. The discussion on Justification by faith alone was just as good. Great stuff here people! I understand that they are working on translating his entire commentary on the book of Romans, from which these two works are excerpts. I look forward to getting the entire commentary Lord willing. Peter Martyr Vermigli is now one of my heroes of the faith!

[Charlie · Rating 4 out of 5]

This translation of two loci (doctrinal excurses) from Peter Martyr Vermigli's commentary on Romans makes it possible for non-Latinists to examine key themes of Reformed theology from a more holistic rather than Calvin-centric perspective.