Martin Luther, A T W Steinhaeuser

The Babylonian Captivity of the Church

A Theological Treatise

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Chicago Review Press Inc DBA Indepe
• Seitenzahl: 90
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. August 2021
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 5mm
• Gewicht: 132g
• ISBN-13: 9788027278619
• ISBN-10: 8027278619
• Artikelnr.: 74958054

Autorenporträt

Martin Luther (1483-1546) was a seminal figure in the Protestant Reformation who profoundly transformed the landscape of Christian theology and European society. Born in Eisleben, in the Holy Roman Empire, Luther initially studied to become a lawyer before turning to monastic life and theology. A seminal moment in his life was the publication of his '95 Theses' in 1517, which critiqued the Catholic Church's sale of indulgences and sparked widespread religious debate. Luther's theological pursuits are marked by his emphasis on salvation by faith alone and his challenge to the authority of the Pope, which led to his excommunication in 1521. One of his major works, 'The Babylonian Captivity of the Church' (1520), critiqued the sacramental system of the Catholic Church, arguing that it held Christians captive. Luther's translation of the Bible into German democratized access to the scriptures, fostering a shift towards vernacular languages in religious practices, and contributing to the development of German prose literature. His role in developing Lutheran theology and his far-reaching written works have enshrined him as a central figure in Western history. Luther's literary style is noted for its polemical force and clarity, making his work accessible to a broad audience and ensuring his enduring influence in theology and beyond.