Martin Luther

A Treatise on Good Works (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring Faith and Good Deeds in Protestant Literature
Übersetzer: Reu, Johann Michael

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "A Treatise on Good Works," Martin Luther articulates a revolutionary approach to Christian ethics, emphasizing the profound relationship between faith and deeds. Written during the nascent stages of the Reformation in 1520, the treatise challenges prevailing notions of salvation by works, arguing instead for a faith-centric understanding of righteousness. Luther employs a direct and accessible literary style, intertwining Biblical references with personal conviction to assert that good works are a reflection of true faith rather than a means to attain divine favor. This text not only critiques the prevailing Catholic doctrine but also lays a foundational stone for Protestant theology, igniting deeper theological discussions on grace and moral responsibility. Martin Luther, a seminal figure in Christianity, was deeply influenced by his own struggles with sin and the Church'Äôs emphasis on indulgences, which he found to be a distortion of Biblical teachings. His personal journey from monk to reformer motivated him to advocate for a return to the core tenets of faith as expressed in Scripture. "A Treatise on Good Works" serves as a pivotal manifestation of his theological evolution, imbuing his reflections with urgency and clarity during a period marked by ecclesiastical corruption. This treatise is highly recommended for theologians, historians, and anyone interested in the dynamics of faith and morality. It invites readers to reconsider the relationship between belief and action within the Christian tradition, making Luther's insights both timely and timeless. Engage with this work to understand its lasting impact on subsequent generations and its role in shaping the discourse on ethics and faith.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 170
• Erscheinungstermin: 20. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664185280
• Artikelnr.: 58435884

Autorenporträt

Martin Luther, O.S.A. (10 November 1483[2] - 18 February 1546) was a German professor of theology, composer, priest, Augustinian monk,[3] and a seminal figure in the Protestant Reformation. Luther was ordained to the priesthood in 1507. He came to reject several teachings and practices of the Roman Catholic Church; in particular, he disputed the view on indulgences. Luther proposed an academic discussion of the practice and efficacy of indulgences in his Ninety-five Theses of 1517. His refusal to renounce all of his writings at the demand of Pope Leo X in 1520 and the Holy Roman Emperor Charles V at the Diet of Worms in 1521 resulted in his excommunication by the pope and condemnation as an outlaw by the Holy Roman Emperor. Luther taught that salvation and, consequently, eternal life are not earned by good deeds but are received only as the free gift of God's grace through the believer's faith in Jesus Christ as redeemer from sin. His theology challenged the authority and office of the Pope by teaching that the Bible is the only source of divinely revealed knowledge,[4] and opposed sacerdotalism by considering all baptized Christians to be a holy priesthood.[5] Those who identify with these, and all of Luther's wider teachings, are called Lutherans, though Luther insisted on Christian or Evangelical (German: evangelisch) as the only acceptable names for individuals who professed Christ. His translation of the Bible into the German vernacular (instead of Latin) made it more accessible to the laity, an event that had a tremendous impact on both the church and German culture. It fostered the development of a standard version of the German language, added several principles to the art of translation,[6] and influenced the writing of an English translation, the Tyndale Bible.[7] His hymns influenced the development of singing in Protestant churches.[8] His marriage to Katharina von Bora, a former nun, set a model for the practice of clerical marriage, allowing Protestant clergy to marry.[9] In two of his later works, Luther expressed antagonistic, violent views towards Jews, and called for the burnings of their synagogues and their deaths.[10] His rhetoric was not directed at Jews alone, but also towards Roman Catholics, Anabaptists, and nontrinitarian Christians.[11] Luther died in 1546 with Pope Leo X's excommunication still effective.