Martin Luther stands as one of the most significant figures in Western history. His distinction as the father of the Protestant Reformation is augmented by his innovative use of new technology (the printing press), his translation of the Christian Bible into the vernacular, and his impact upon European society. Born in 1483 to middle-class parents in Saxony, eastern Germany, he became an Augustinian monk, a priest, a professor of biblical literature, a reformer, a husband and father. He died in 1546 after having witnessed the birth of a renewal movement that would result in a profound shift in faith, politics, and society. He has been both praised and vilified for what he preached and wrote. His thought continues to influence all Christians and to animate the movement that bears his name.
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General Editors' Preface Abbreviations Introduction to Volume 40 Concerning the Ministry, 1523 Letter to the Princes of Saxony Concerning the Rebellious Spirit, 1524 Letter to the Christians at Strassburg in Opposition to the Fanatic Spirit, 1524 Against the Heavenly Prophets in the Matter of Images and Sacraments, 1525 Concerning Rebaptism, 1528 Instructions for the Visitors of Parish Pastors in Electoral Saxony, 1528 The Keys, 1530 Inflitrating and Clandestine Preachers, 1532 Indexes