"Luther's Little Instruction Book: The Small Catechism of Martin Luther" by Martin Luther is a guidebook from the 1500s that explains the key beliefs of Christianity during a time of change. It’s like a how-to manual for understanding Christian ideas, especially for families wanting to learn together. The writing breaks down important topics like the Ten Commandments, which are like rules for living a good life, and the Apostles' Creed, a list of key Christian beliefs involving God creating the world, Jesus saving people, and being made holy. The book then teaches about the Lord’s Prayer, explaining how to talk to God in a meaningful way and the importance of Baptism and Communion, rituals that connect people to their faith. It's a simple and easy to understand description of Christian values written to help people live based on their faith.
Luther's Little Instruction Book: The Small Catechism of Martin Luther
By Martin Luther
Discover the core tenets of Christian faith that were written to guide early believers in the 16th century.
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About the AuthorMartin Luther was a German priest, theologian, author, hymnwriter, professor, and Augustinian friar. Luther was the seminal figure of the Protestant Reformation, and his theological beliefs form the basis of Lutheranism. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in Western and Christian history.
Martin Luther was a German priest, theologian, author, hymnwriter, professor, and Augustinian friar. Luther was the seminal figure of the Protestant Reformation, and his theological beliefs form the basis of Lutheranism. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in Western and Christian history.
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