Publisher's Synopsis
Martin Luther's Authority of Councils and Churches is a book written by the famous German theologian and religious reformer Martin Luther. Originally published in 1539, this edition was translated and published in 1847. The book is a treatise on the authority of councils and churches, and Luther's views on the role of these institutions in the Christian faith.Luther argues that the authority of councils and churches is not absolute, but must be subject to the authority of the Bible. He rejects the idea of papal infallibility, and instead asserts that the Bible is the only infallible authority in matters of faith and doctrine. Luther also criticizes the Roman Catholic Church for its corruption and abuses of power, and calls for a return to the simplicity and purity of the early Christian church.The book is written in a clear and concise style, and is intended for a general audience. It is an important work in the history of the Protestant Reformation, and continues to be studied and debated by scholars and theologians today. Overall, Martin Luther's Authority of Councils and Churches is a powerful and thought-provoking exploration of the nature of religious authority and the role of institutions in the Christian faith.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.
