Scottish theologian William Cunningham once noted that, "Calvin is the man who, next to St. Paul, has done most good to mankind." (cited in Christian History magazine, Vol. 5, No. 4). Here we have one example why, in Calvin's willingness to stand against false religion.

This is a one-of-a-kind Reformation refutation of this wretched Roman standard. Trent is still upheld today and remains binding according to Rome - even after Vatican II and the signing of the anti-Christ Colson/Neuhaus document Evangelicals and Catholics Together.

Thus, this Antidote remains pertinent, citing fully each section of Trent that Calvin is attacking. The major points dealt with include the rule of faith, original sin, justification and the sacrifice and merits of Christ. In regard to all of these points, it is clearly shown that the heresies of the Papists are numerous and deadly.

Written near the end of Calvin's life, we have here a clear demonstration of Calvin's mature thought, countering Rome, and reiterating some of the most important principles of Reformation thought.