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Issue 34 : Martin Luther: The Reformer’s Early Years

Originally published in 1992

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Martin Luther's Early Years: Did You Know?

Little-known or remarkable facts about Martin Luther's Early Years

Herbert K. Jacobsen
From the Editor: Dwarfed By a Giant

Kevin A. Miller
The Accidental Revolutionary

In his quest for spiritual peace, Luther had no idea he'd leave his world in turmoil.

James M. Kittelson
The Parents Luther Feared Disgracing

Were they caring and firm—or so harsh they drove him to rebel against every authority in his life?

Paul Thigpen
What Was Luther's World Like?

The boy grew up in exciting, harsh, and violent times.

James M. Kittelson
The Breakthrough

When, where, and how did Luther make his astounding discovery of justification by faith?

James M. Kittelson
Dr. Luther's Theology

A young professor's startling insights into the graciousness of God.

Timothy George
Protestants' Most-Famous Document

What did Luther actually say in the 95 Theses?

The Editors
The Decisive Documents of 1520

After Luther published these three works, there was no turning back.
Colorful Sayings of Colorful Luther

A sample of the reformer's wit and wisdom.

Mary Ann Jeffreys
Martin Luther's Early Years: Christian History Timeline

Ken Schurb
Preaching From the Print Shop

If Luther hadn't used the new printing technology, would there have been a Reformation?

Perry Brown
Profit-Hungry Printers

Luther suffered from them, too.

Perry Brown
The Bible Translation That Rocked the World

Luther's Bible introduced mass media, unified a nation, and set the standard for future translations.

Henry Zecher
Martin Luther's Early Years: A Gallery of Friends and Enemies

Luther made plenty of both

Paul Thigpen
The Political Luther

The reformer revolutionized more than people's views on the church.

Lewis W. Spitz
Luther's Political Nemesis

Paul Thigpen
Luther's Political Allies

Paul Thigpen
Fool in Rome

As a young monk, Luther longed to see Rome. But his 1510 trip to the Holy City filled him with pain and doubt.

Heiko A. Oberman
Legends About Luther

Which are true? Which are not?

Scott A. Hendrix
Martin Luther's Early Years: Recommended Resources

George S. Robbert

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