The Elenctic Theologian

Francis Turretin of Geneva, if he is known at all, is often thought of as a Protestant 'scholastic', where this is shorthand for an ivory tower theologian given to excessive hair-splitting. Such a caricature, however, does not do justice to the man himself. An earnest preacher, and a devoted disciple, Turretin placed his scholarship at the service of the church. While he was a thorough and careful theologian, Turretin sought to go only as far, and no further, than the Scripture warranted, and to do his theology in a spirit of charity.
This week's episode introduces us to Turretin the man and theologian, and to Volume 1 of his Institutes of Elenctic Theology, which has been published by Presbyterian and Reformed Publishers since 1992.
Featured Content:
- 'Shapers of Christianity: Francis Turretin (1623-87)', Nick Needham, Banner of Truth Magazine, Issue 716, May 2023.
- 'Francis Turretin's Institutes in English', Robert Sheehan, Banner of Truth Magazine, Issue 368, May 1994.
Resources Mentioned:
- The Institutes of Elenctic Theology, Francis Turretin (1992-1997, Presbyterian and Reformed Publishing)
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[@DanielParvin1]

Greetings from Westwood Baptist Church in Nashville, Tennessee! Thanks for sharing these two audio articles. Thank God for Turretin's lasting service to the church. There are translations of Turretin's questions on the doctrine of Scripture and on the doctrine of the atonement available for free online. Also, Reformation Heritage Books published Turretin's very helpful Textual Theological Exercise concerning the Harmony of Paul and James on the Article of Justification last year--for the first time in English!

[@banneroftruth]

Thanks for your comment, Daniel, and recommendations.