The Smalcald Articles by Martin Luther

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Author Luther, Martin, 1483-1546
Translator Bente, F. (Friedrich), 1858-1930
Translator Dau, W. H. T. (William Herman Theodore), 1864-1944
Uniform Title Schmalkaldischen Artikel. English
Title The Smalcald Articles
Note Reading ease score: 61.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Allen Mulvey, and David Widger
Summary "The Smalcald Articles" by Martin Luther is a theological document written during the early 16th century, specifically in the context of the Protestant Reformation. This work is essentially a collection of articles outlining Christian doctrine that Luther and his supporters would have presented at a proposed council. The book focusses on essential elements of faith, challenges various Catholic practices, and seeks to define the boundaries of acceptable belief versus what they view as corrupt or false teachings. The main content of "The Smalcald Articles" revolves around key theological points, such as the nature of God, the role of Jesus Christ in salvation, and the rejection of specific Catholic practices, notably the Mass and the invocation of saints. Luther emphasizes that salvation is achieved solely through faith in Christ, not through works or traditions. He argues against the authority of the Pope and the necessity of certain rituals that he deems unbiblical, advocating for a direct relationship between the believer and Christ. Ultimately, these articles serve as a significant declaration of Lutheran beliefs and an analysis of the failings of the Catholic Church, providing a clear articulation of the emerging Protestant faith during the Reformation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements
Subject Lutheran Church -- Doctrines -- Early works to 1800
Subject Lutheran Church -- Relations -- Catholic Church -- Early works to 1800
Subject Catholic Church -- Relations -- Lutheran Church -- Early works to 1800
Subject Lutheran Church -- Creeds -- Early works to 1800
Category Text
EBook-No. 273
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 6, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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