The 16th century was a dark time for the Church. Whether through ignorance or for personal gain, forgiveness and salvation were reduced to the status of a commodity - bought from the church to fund projects and fill pockets. Access to God's Word was restricted to priests and academics, with little likelihood that it could be read by common people.
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Unlike his Commentary on the Epistle to the Galatians, the commentary on 1 & 2 Peter and Jude was only published in German, and not translated to Latin for dispersal to the learned throughout Europe. This limited the attention it received, so translation to English was not something attempted until the 1850's. Yet it is of interest for its unmasking and … Read more…
Galatians was the favorite epistle of Luther, so much so he is recorded as stating: "The Epistle to the Galatians is my epistle. To it I am as it were in wedlock. It is my Katherine." This translation of Luther's commentary on Galatians was undertaken with the goal to make it as accessible as possible for English-speakers. The basis of this commentary wa… Read more…
Exploring and explaining the creation narrative could not be entrusted to more capable hands than Martin Luther. Armed with knowledge of the original biblical languages, assisted in this regard by capable scholars, he possessed the ability to consult more than just the Latin translations available at the time, but more particularly the foundational texts. Ad… Read more…
Martin Luther's Classic Work, Newly Translated by Robert Kolb
Originally published in 1520,
The Freedom of a Christian is one of Martin Luther's most well-known and enduring treatises. In it, Luther examines Christian et… Read more…
Martin Luther was a German monk, priest, professor of theology and iconic figure of the Protestant Reformation. His "Disputation on the Power and Efficacy of Indulgences" (oft-titled Luther's 95 Theses) is one of the most influential documents in Christendom. Disputing the claim that freedom from God's punishment for sin could be purchased with money… Read more…
In 1517, an unknown Augustinian monk, informed by his growing belief that salvation is by faith alone, published and distributed a stark criticism of papal abuses in the Catholic Church. In doing so, Martin Luther lit the spark for what would become the Protestant Reformation. What became known as the “95 Theses” was a series of statements expres… Read more…
Timeless insights from one of the most important people in church history. Some people value good works so much that they overlook faith in Christ. Faith should be first.… It is faith—without good works and prior to good works—that takes us to heaven. We come to God through faith alone. —Martin LutherResounding across the centuries, Martin Luther’s… Read more…
First published in 1525, Martin Luther's Bondage of the Will is acknowledged by theologians as one of the great masterpieces of the Reformation. It is Luther response to Desiderius Erasmus' Diatribe on Free Will, written in his direct and unique style, combining deep spirituality with humor.… Read more…
Most all Christians know the name Martin Luther. Less familiar, however, are his words. This compilation of many of Luther's most important writings serves as an excellent introduction to those new to Luther. It also provides a fresh medium for people familiar with his writing. Included in this volume is: The Small Catechism, 95 Theses, On Faith and Comi… Read more…
Luther's commentary on Galatians is considered among the finest of all time. Abridged and stylistically adapted for today's readers, his astounding work is part of the Crossway Classic Commentary series.
CROSSWAY CLASSIC COMMENTARY
Throughout the history of Christianity, many great minds have devoted… Read more…