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John Calvin
French Protestant reformer (1509–1564)
John Calvin was born on July 20, 1509 in Noyon and died on June 6, 1564, aged 54.
Born
July 20, 1509
John Calvin died aged 54.
Died: June 6, 1564
Source:
- John Calvin (1509–1564) French churchman and religious reformer.
- Historical Dictionary of Switzerland
Synchronized from Wikidata on October 5, 2026.
Original calendar: Julian. Displayed date is Gregorian.
- Birthplace
- Noyon
- Professions
- lawyer, pastor, Protestant reformer, writer, theologian
- Citizenship
- Republic of Geneva, Kingdom of France
More about John Calvin
- Zodiac sign
- Cancer
- Birth name
- Jehan Cauvin
- Pseudonyms
- Charles d'Espeville
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- John Calvin (1509–1564) French churchman and religious reformer.
- Historical Dictionary of Switzerland
Synchronized from Wikidata on October 5, 2026. View Wikidata record
Questions people ask
How old was John Calvin when they died?
John Calvin died aged 54.
When is John Calvin’s birthday?
John Calvin’s recorded birthday is July 20.
Where was John Calvin born?
John Calvin was born in Noyon.
What was John Calvin’s name at birth?
John Calvin’s recorded birth name is Jehan Cauvin.
When did John Calvin die?
John Calvin died on June 6, 1564.