The Spread of Protestantism & John Calvin

Hey! Who Told You You Could Think?

1517 – Luther posts his 95 theses on the door of Wittenberg Church (or not).

Ok, not really.

Luther’s Ideas Are Widely Appealing

But Luther miscalculated . .

?

1524 – German Peasants Rebel

The Peasants Lose (Like Always)

John Calvin

• A man with an idea.

1536

• What is predestination?

Calvin Is Invited To Take Over In Geneva

Calvin’s Geneva Is Somewhat Harsh . . .

. . . but good for business.