Encyclopedia of Martin Luther and the Reformation. Vol. 1. A-L. Vol. 2. M-Z 1-2

Foreword by Bruce Gordon. Introduction by Martin E. Marty. "The Encyclopedia of Martin Luther and the Reformation" is a comprehensive global study of the life and work of Martin Luther and the movements that followed him - in history and through today. Organized by a stellar advisory board of Luther and Reformation scholars, the encyclopedia features nearly five hundred entries that examine Luther's life and impact worldwide. The two-volume set provides overviews of basics such as the 95 Theses as well as more complex topics such as reformational distinctions. Entries explore Luther's contributions to theology, sacraments, his influence on the church and contemporaries, his character, and more. The work also discusses Luther's controversies and topics such as gender, sexuality, and race. Publishing at the five hundredth anniversary of the Reformation, this is an essential reference work for understanding the Reformation and its legacy today. The Encyclopedia of Martin Luther and the Reformation is a comprehensive global study of the life and work of Martin Luther and the movements that followed him--in history and through today. Organized by a stellar advisory board of Luther and Reformation scholars, the encyclopedia features nearly five hundred entries that examine Luther's life and impact worldwide. The two-volume set provides overviews of basics such as the 95 Theses as well as more complex topics such as reformational distinctions. Entries explore Luther's contributions to theology, sacraments, his influence on the church and contemporaries, his character, and more. The work also discusses Luther's controversies and topics such as gender, sexuality, and race. Publishing at the five hundredth anniversary of the Reformation, this is an essential reference work for understanding the Reformation and its legacy today.--Michael S. Horton, J. Gresham Machen Professor of Systematic Theology and Apologetics, Westminster Seminary California "CHOICE" A Comprehensive Global Study Of The Life And Work Of Martin Luther And The Movements That Followed Him-- In History And Through Today. The Two-volume Set Provides Overviews Of Basics Such As The 95 Theses As Well As More Complex Topics Such As Reformational Distinctions. Entries Explore Luther's Contributions To Theology, Sacraments, His Influence On The Church And Contemporaries, His Character, And More. The Work Also Discusses Luther's Controversies And Topics Such As Gender, Sexuality, And Race. --back Cover. Volume 1. A-l -- Volume 2. M-z. Edited By Mark A. Lamport ; Foreword By Bruce Gordon ; Introduction By Martin E. Marty. Includes Bibliographical References And Index. List of Images List of Abbreviations About the Editors, Foreword and Introduction Contributors, and Editorial Advisory Board Foreword by Bruce Gordon Preface Introduction by Martin E. Marty Timeline of Luther, the Reformation, and the Growth of Global Lutheranism Volume 1: A-L Volume 2: M-Z Acknowledgments Bibliography Appendices A: Entries Listed by Theme B: Entries Listed by Author C: One God, Two Kingdoms — The Lutheran Paradox D: Lutheran Church Bodies in North America E: Lutheran Denominations by Number of Congregations Credits Index of Entries Index of Names Biographical Sketches of Contributors and Editorial Consultants Zusammenfassung: A comprehensive global study of the life and work of Martin Luther and the movements that followed him-- in history and through today. The two-volume set provides overviews of basics such as the 95 Theses as well as more complex topics such as reformational distinctions. Entries explore Luther's contributions to theology, sacraments, his influence on the church and contemporaries, his character, and more. The work also discusses Luther's controversies and topics such as gender, sexuality, and race."--Back cover