Focusing on major writings and their historical context, the book explores key issues in Luther's theology and assesses his contributions to religious thought. It highlights the relative importance of his works and situates them within their genre, providing a comprehensive understanding of Luther's impact on theology and history.
This book has earned wide acceptance as an outstanding single volume history of doctrine. It is ideally suited for classroom and seminar use as well as research and independent study. With remarkable conciseness and clarity Lohse, shows how doctrinal development has occurred in the various periods of the Church's history from the first century to the present. He explores and discusses, one by one, the dogmas and doctrines that constitute the milestones in the story of the Church's effort to proclaim the message of Jesus Christ to each age. This Revised American Edition includes a new preface by the author, an account of the significance of the Second Vatican Council and alterations in the "For Further Reading" section to bring it up to date.
Focusing on Martin Luther's theological development, this comprehensive analysis explores the crises that shaped his beliefs and provides a systematic topic-based survey. It includes lesser-known quotations from Luther's writings, appealing to both scholars and newcomers. The historical examination covers Luther's early exegetical works and his significant debates, particularly surrounding his conflict with the Antinomians. Additionally, it highlights how ancient Christian doctrines relate to the core teaching of justification by faith, offering a deep understanding of Luther's impact on theology.
Translated by Robert C. SchultzThis is an informative and authoritative guide by the renowned Luther scholar.Beginning with an overview of Luther's world, Lohse summarises the course of the reformer's life, highlighting the latest findings of Luther research. Attention is given to all the major writings. Lohse expertly guides the reader through significant issues and discusses the major interpretations of Luther's work.A clear, compact, stimulating, up-to-date and bibliographically rich survey of Luther's time, life and writings.
"Diese Arbeit von Lohse ist einzig in ihrer Art Sie informiert gut und zuverlässig über die wesentlichen Lehrstreitigkeiten innerhalb der Kirche. Verfasser und Verlag verdienen unseren Dank, daß sie ein auch für Unterricht und Gemeindeunterweisung nützli
Bernhard Lohses Buch, 1981 zum ersten Mal erschienen, hat sich als eine Einführung bewährt, die Studenten und andere theologie-geschichtlich interessierte Leser mit der Luther-Forschung vertraut macht und zugleich Wege zu einer selbständigen Beschäftigung mit seinem Leben und Werk weist. Es erscheint hier in der dritten, vollständig überarbeiteten Auflage.
