Luther's Two Catechisms

Luther's Two Catechisms: Explained By Himself, In Six Classic Writings (1908) is a book written by Martin Luther, a German theologian and leader of the Protestant Reformation in the 16th century. The book contains Luther's explanations of his two catechisms, which are texts used for religious instruction in the Lutheran Church. The first catechism, the Small Catechism, is a basic introduction to the Christian faith and includes explanations of the Ten Commandments, the Apostles' Creed, the Lord's Prayer, and the sacraments of baptism and communion. The second catechism, the Large Catechism, is a more detailed explanation of the Small Catechism and includes Luther's commentary on the Ten Commandments, the Apostles' Creed, and the Lord's Prayer.In this book, Luther provides his own explanations of these two catechisms in six classic writings. He discusses the importance of faith, the role of the church, and the nature of God's grace. He also provides practical advice on how to live a Christian life, including how to pray and how to resist temptation. Overall, Luther's Two Catechisms: Explained By Himself, In Six Classic Writings (1908) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the teachings of the Lutheran Church or the history of the Protestant Reformation. Luther's insights into the Christian faith and his practical advice on how to live a Christian life continue to be relevant today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.