Luther’s Catechism: The Small Catechism of Dr. Martin Luther, English Standard Version
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Overview
This new edition of Luther’s Catechism is designed to engage and equip generations, today and in the future, with the basic truths of God’s Holy Word. Developed in collaboration with the Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary education department, this catechism includes Luther’s enchiridion and exposition on the six chief parts: the Ten Commandments, the Apostles’ Creed, the Lord’s Prayer, Baptism, the Use of Keys and Confession, and the Lord’s Supper. The highlights of this edition include: • A question-and-answer approach that develops student’s ability to discover truths directly from the Bible • A “Connections” section at the end of each unit that introduces a Bible history or other larger section from Scripture, together with thought questions to elicit discussion • Quotes from Luther and hymn verses at the end of each unit that encourage use as a devotional tool • Fresh readability that engages verbal learners Whether you’re a new catechism student or a longtime member who wants to review the basic truths of your faith, this timeless and precious book will be sure to be your resource for everyday living. This version is intended for use with the ESV.
- Title: Luther’s Catechism: The Small Catechism of Dr. Martin Luther, English Standard Version
- Author: Martin Luther
- Edition: Anniversary Edition
- Publisher: Northwestern Publishing House
- Print Publication Date: 2017
- Logos Release Date: 2020
- Pages: 415
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
- Subject: Lutheran Church › Catechisms--English
- ISBNs: 9780810028135, 9780810028142, 0810028131, 081002814X
- Resource ID: LLS:LUTCATECHISMESV
- Resource Type: text.monograph.confessional-document
- Metadata Last Updated: 2022-09-30T01:24:37Z
Martin Luther (1483–1546), one of the most significant figures in Western history, was a key figure in the Protestant Reformation. Over the course of his life, Luther was a monk, a priest, a professor of biblical literature, a Reformer, a husband, and a father.
Luther is most noted for his Ninety-Five Theses (1517), in which he argued that indulgences were not acts of penance which could replace true repentance. His refusal to retract all his writings, demanded by 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 emperor.
Luther has been both praised and vilified for what he preached and wrote. Luther’s translation of the Christian Bible into the vernacular greatly influenced the church. His works continue to impact all Christians and animate the movement that bears his name. Luther’s Works (55 vols.) contains many of Luther’s writings, including commentaries, sermons, and lectures.