The Large Catechism of Dr. Martin Luther, 1529 (The Annotated

The Large Catechism of Dr. Martin Luther, 1529 (The Annotated Luther Book 2)

With great detail, Kirsi I. Stjerna introduces and annotates Lutherâ€™s Large Catechism, which the reformer offered as a radical reorientation in the matters of theology and spirituality. After diagnosing what appeared to him as his churchâ€™s failures to provide proper spiritual care, Luther set out to offer a new compass for religious life. The sweeping reforms he proposed took root primarily through preaching and education as people embraced the new vision and transmitted it to their children. He believed all Christian peopleâ€”laity and clergyâ€”needed a guide to comprehend the basic biblical, creedal, and sacramental teachings. The order with which Luther proceeds in the Large Catechism is deliberate, with a distinct theological rationale; the Commandments express Godâ€™s expectations; the Creed proclaims Godâ€™s promise; the Lordâ€™s Prayer translates law and gospel into a personal discourse with God; and the sacraments offer tangible expressions of Godâ€™s grace and signs to lean on in faith.
Country USA
Manufacturer Fortress Press
Binding Kindle Edition
ReleaseDate 2016-06-01
Format Kindle eBook

The Large Catechism of Dr. Martin Luther, 1529 (The Annotated Luther Book 2)