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John Calvin (1509 - 1564) was a French theologian, pastor, and pivotal figure in the Protestant Reformation.

Calvin is renowned for his influence on shaping Reformed theology and his role as a religious reformer. He is closely associated with the development of Calvinism, a Protestant theological framework emphasizing God's sovereignty, predestination, and the authority of scripture. His most notable work, "Institutes of the Christian Religion," first published in 1536 and later expanded, serves as a foundational text of Protestant theology. In it, Calvin articulates his beliefs on various theological subjects, including the nature of God, salvation, the church, and Christian living.

Calvin played a significant role in the Reformation in Geneva, where he established a theocratic government guided by his religious principles. Geneva emerged as a hub of Reformed theology and provided sanctuary for Protestant refugees from across Europe. His theological writings, sermons, and commentaries remain influential and revered among Christians worldwide, shaping the trajectory of Western history.

The collector coin is part of the Europa Coin Programme, also known as the European Silver Programme, or the Eurostar Programme. It is an initiative dedicated to the issuance of collector-oriented legal tender coins in precious metals to celebrate European identity. The issuing authorities of EU member countries voluntarily contribute coins to the Europa Coin Programme. Multiple countries have participated in the programme, beginning in 2004. Some coins are denominated in euro, others are denominated in other currencies.

Engraver: Márta Csikai