Martin Luther

Theologian

Martin Luther was a theologian and key figure in the Protestant Reformation, known for his 95 Theses that challenged Church practices and emphasized faith.

Born
November 10, 1483
Died
February 18, 1546
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#1583

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"When questioned whether the Blessed will not be saddened by seeing their nearest and dearest tortured answers, "Not in the least.""

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"True Christian love is not derived from things without, but floweth from the heart, as from a spring."

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"The Holy Scriptures surpass in efficaciousness all the arts and all the sciences of the philosophers and jurists; these, though good and necessary to life here below, are vain and of no effect as to what concerns the life eternal."

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"Also when it is a case of only upholding some spiritual tenet, such as infant baptism, original sin, and unnecessary separation, then . . . we conclude that . . . the stubborn sectaries must be put to death."

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"The faith towards God in Christ must be sure and steadfast, that it may solace and make glad the conscience, and put it to rest. When a man has this certainty, he has overcome the serpent; but if he be doubtful of the doctrine, it is for him very dangerous to dispute with the devil."

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"It seems to me that the most delightful walk of life is to be found in a household of moderate means, to live there with an obliging spouse and to be satisfied with little."

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"Our Lord God doeth work like a printer who setteth the letters backwards; we see and feel well his setting, but we shall see the print yonder - in the life to come."

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"God created Adam master and lord of living creatures, but Eve spoilt all, when she persuaded him to set himself above God's will. 'Tis you women, with your tricks and artifices, that lead men into error."

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"It is impossible for one man both to labor day and night to get a living, and at the same time give himself to the study of sacred learning as the preaching office requires."

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"I have so much to do today that I must set apart more time than usual to pray."

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"A Christian is free and independent in every respect, a bond servant to none. A Christian is a dutiful servant in every respect, owing a duty to everyone."

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