Theodore Beza books in order
French Reformed Protestant theologian, reformer and scholar
- Lived
- 1519–1605
- Country
- Republic of Geneva
- Books
- 1
- Also writes as
- Benedictus Passavantius, Challonay, Christianus Hessiander, Eusebius Philadelphus
Theodore Beza published 1 non-fiction book, beginning with Right of Magistrates (1574).
Updated September 2026
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Right of Magistrates
Theodore Beza's most-read book.
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Right of Magistrates (1574)
About Theodore Beza
Theodore Beza was a French Calvinist Protestant theologian, reformer and scholar who played an important role in the Protestant Reformation. He was a disciple of John Calvin and lived most of his life in Geneva. Beza succeeded Calvin as the spiritual leader of the Republic of Geneva.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Theodore Beza FAQ
- How many books has Theodore Beza written?
- Theodore Beza published 1 non-fiction book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Theodore Beza's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Right of Magistrates.
- What is Theodore Beza's last book?
- Right of Magistrates (1574).
- What is Theodore Beza's most famous book?
- Right of Magistrates (1574) is Theodore Beza's most widely read book.
- Does Theodore Beza write under a pen name?
- Yes: Theodore Beza has also published as Benedictus Passavantius, Challonay, Christianus Hessiander and Eusebius Philadelphus.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.