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Lutheranism, branch of Christianity that traces its interpretation of the Christian religion to the teachings of Martin Luther and the 16th-century movements that issued from his reforms. It is the second largest Protestant denomination, after the Baptist churches.
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Lutheranism - Reformation, Doctrine, Europe: In 1517, when...
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As Lutheranism evolved, some Roman Catholic customs were retained, such as the wearing of vestments, having an altar, and the use of candles and statues. However, Luther's major departures from Roman Catholic doctrine were based on these beliefs: Baptism: Although Luther retained that baptism was necessary for spiritual regeneration, no specific fo...
Sacraments:Luther believed the sacraments were valid only as aids to faith. The sacraments initiate and feed faith, thus giving grace to those who participate in them. The Catholic Church claims seven sacraments, the Lutheran Church only two: baptism and the Lord's Supper. Worship: As to the manner of worship, Luther chose to retain altars and vest...
Concordia: The Lutheran Confessions, Concordia Publishing HouseReligiousTolerance.orgReligionFacts.comAllRefer.comLutheranism is a major branch of Protestantism, identifying primarily with the theology of Martin Luther, the 16th-century German monk and reformer whose efforts to reform the theology and practices of the Catholic Church launched the Protestant Reformation. [1]
Luther’s Small Catechism contains essential summaries of our beliefs, while the Augsburg Confession gives more detail about what Lutherans believe.
What We Believe. The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America’s story is both ancient and timely. It’s a story of a powerful and patient God who has boundless love for all people of the world. It’s a story that brings deep meaning, comfort and strength to a growing community of people who live in modern, often unsettling times.
What is Lutheranism? Robert Kolb explains its start with Martin Luther, its history and doctrine, as well as notable Lutheran theologians.
