Articles related to "Augsburg"
Index: 2002
This is the index of all articles appearing on this topic in this forum in 2002. There is also a link to the Index you may have used last year.
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This is the index of all articles appearing on this topic in this forum in 2002. There is also a link to the Index you may have used last year.
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Augsburg: Where Lutherans Took a Stand
A brief look at the city of Augsburg, its history, and its place in Lutheranism. Where does Augsburg get its name? Why do two Lutheran Confessions contain "Augsburg" in their name?
luther • lutherans • princes • caesar augustus • swabian
A brief look at the city of Augsburg, its history, and its place in Lutheranism. Where does Augsburg get its name? Why do two Lutheran Confessions contain "Augsburg" in their name?
luther • lutherans • princes • caesar augustus • swabian
Electors of Saxony in Luther’s Time: John Frederick the Magnanimous
John Frederick, the Magnanimous, the last Ernestine elector of Saxony, was the last elector Luther served under. Pacifist, but entirely Lutheran, John Frederick earned his nickname through his trials than for his rule.
john frederick the magnanimous • luther • league of smalcald • maurice • augsburg
John Frederick, the Magnanimous, the last Ernestine elector of Saxony, was the last elector Luther served under. Pacifist, but entirely Lutheran, John Frederick earned his nickname through his trials than for his rule.
john frederick the magnanimous • luther • league of smalcald • maurice • augsburg
The Augsburg Confession: Preface
A look at the preface to the Augsburg COnfession in which the Lutherans acknowledge a desire for political unity but not at the expense of compromising Scriptural truth.
augsburg confession • diet of augsburg • lutherans • catholics • creed
A look at the preface to the Augsburg COnfession in which the Lutherans acknowledge a desire for political unity but not at the expense of compromising Scriptural truth.
augsburg confession • diet of augsburg • lutherans • catholics • creed
Sermon on the Augsburg Confession
Rev. Verlyn Dobberstein (Lake Geneva, Wisconsin) preached this sermon on June 25, 2000, on the commemoration of the Augsburg Confession. It brilliantly summarizes the Confession which the Lutheran Church stands on and has fought over. Many thanks to Rev. Dobberstein for sharing this sermon.
lutheran • confessors • diet • augsburg • worms
Rev. Verlyn Dobberstein (Lake Geneva, Wisconsin) preached this sermon on June 25, 2000, on the commemoration of the Augsburg Confession. It brilliantly summarizes the Confession which the Lutheran Church stands on and has fought over. Many thanks to Rev. Dobberstein for sharing this sermon.
lutheran • confessors • diet • augsburg • worms
The Diet at Augsburg
A look at the Diet at Augsburg from which emerged the Lutheran confessions the Augsburg Confession and the Apology to the Augsburg Confession. Why was this Diet called, what were the threats and issues, and what resolution came from the Diet?
augsburg • confession • creed • beliefs • politics
A look at the Diet at Augsburg from which emerged the Lutheran confessions the Augsburg Confession and the Apology to the Augsburg Confession. Why was this Diet called, what were the threats and issues, and what resolution came from the Diet?
augsburg • confession • creed • beliefs • politics
Augsburg Confession, Article 21: Of the Worship of the Saints
Should we pray to, worship, or venerate saints? Is it totally wrong, totally right, or somewhere in between? What exactly is a saint? This article looks at Augustana's position on the saints.
saints • veneration • canonization • super-erogation • lutheran
Should we pray to, worship, or venerate saints? Is it totally wrong, totally right, or somewhere in between? What exactly is a saint? This article looks at Augustana's position on the saints.
saints • veneration • canonization • super-erogation • lutheran
A Look at the Augsburg Confession, Introduction
An overview of the Augsburg Confession, its roots, why it was written, and who wrote the confession. This confession appears in several Lutheran hymnals.
augsburg • confession • augustana • luther • melanchthon
An overview of the Augsburg Confession, its roots, why it was written, and who wrote the confession. This confession appears in several Lutheran hymnals.
augsburg • confession • augustana • luther • melanchthon
Index: 1999-2001
On the seventh day of Christmas the Lutheranism editor tries to make sense of every article published on this forum since its inception. Indices are linked to their articles.
index • articles
On the seventh day of Christmas the Lutheranism editor tries to make sense of every article published on this forum since its inception. Indices are linked to their articles.
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Apology to Augsburg: Background
A look at the background to the "Apology to the Augsburg Confession." In coming weeks this forum will study this important Lutheran document.
augsburg • apology • melanchthon • lutherans • catholics
A look at the background to the "Apology to the Augsburg Confession." In coming weeks this forum will study this important Lutheran document.
augsburg • apology • melanchthon • lutherans • catholics
Augsburg Confession, 26-Conclusion
The final articles of the Augsburg COnfession, which deal with traditions in the Roman church and abuses with traditions, in the system of monasteries and convents, and the abuse of bishops taking on government powers.
augsburg cinfession • vows • monasteries • convents • meat
The final articles of the Augsburg COnfession, which deal with traditions in the Roman church and abuses with traditions, in the system of monasteries and convents, and the abuse of bishops taking on government powers.
augsburg cinfession • vows • monasteries • convents • meat
Augsburg Confession, Article 20: Of Good Works
A look at Article Twenty of the Augsburg COnfession. This article deals with Good Works and their proper place in the Christian's life. It seems the Papists had accused the Lutherans of throwing out Good Works altogether. The Lutherans counter that they did not discard Good Works, but merely teach their proper role in Christian salvation and life.
augsburg • confession • good works • fruits of faith • luther
A look at Article Twenty of the Augsburg COnfession. This article deals with Good Works and their proper place in the Christian's life. It seems the Papists had accused the Lutherans of throwing out Good Works altogether. The Lutherans counter that they did not discard Good Works, but merely teach their proper role in Christian salvation and life.
augsburg • confession • good works • fruits of faith • luther
Augsburg Confession, Article One: Of God
On the fourth day of Christmas the Lutheranism editor continues with his study of the Augsburg Confession. This week's study, on the article concerning the essence of God, the Lutherans at Augsburg assert the orthodox teaching of Jesus as true God, denouncing the heretical sects who denied the deity of Christ.
god • augsburg • essence • deity • equality
On the fourth day of Christmas the Lutheranism editor continues with his study of the Augsburg Confession. This week's study, on the article concerning the essence of God, the Lutherans at Augsburg assert the orthodox teaching of Jesus as true God, denouncing the heretical sects who denied the deity of Christ.
god • augsburg • essence • deity • equality
Augsburg Confession, Articles 11-15
Articles 11-15 of the Augsburg Confession deal with Christian charity, forgiveness, the sacraments, and church and ministry.
novatians • anabaptists • lutherans • rome • catholics
Articles 11-15 of the Augsburg Confession deal with Christian charity, forgiveness, the sacraments, and church and ministry.
novatians • anabaptists • lutherans • rome • catholics
Augsburg Confession, Articles 16-19
A look at articles 16 through 19 of the Augsburg Confession. These articles discuss the role of the Christian in and under the government, Christ's return to Judgment, free will, and the origin of sin.
civil affairs • christ's judgment • last days • anabaptist • jewish
A look at articles 16 through 19 of the Augsburg Confession. These articles discuss the role of the Christian in and under the government, Christ's return to Judgment, free will, and the origin of sin.
civil affairs • christ's judgment • last days • anabaptist • jewish
Augsburg Confession, Articles Six through Ten
Articles 6-10 deal with the doctrines of new obedience, the Church, and the Sacraments. Overall the Lutherans express agreement and note only two groups they disagree with on these doctrines: the Donatists and the Anabaptists.
church • good works • christian life • new life • donatists
Articles 6-10 deal with the doctrines of new obedience, the Church, and the Sacraments. Overall the Lutherans express agreement and note only two groups they disagree with on these doctrines: the Donatists and the Anabaptists.
church • good works • christian life • new life • donatists
Augsburg Confession, Articles Two through Five
On the eleventh day of Christmas the Lutheranism editor shared with me the second through fifth articles of the Augsburg Confession. These articles address Original Sin, Son of God, Justification, and Ministry
original sin • son of god • justification • ministry • apostles
On the eleventh day of Christmas the Lutheranism editor shared with me the second through fifth articles of the Augsburg Confession. These articles address Original Sin, Son of God, Justification, and Ministry
original sin • son of god • justification • ministry • apostles
Augsburg Confession: Abuses Corrected, Articles 22-25
With these articles begins an enumeration of abuses the Lutheran contingent found in the established Church and sought to correct. In the address to the emperor, note the conciliatory tone of the Lutherans. This was a group of men attempting to state their position and work for a common faith.
mass • communion • both kinds • bread • wine
With these articles begins an enumeration of abuses the Lutheran contingent found in the established Church and sought to correct. In the address to the emperor, note the conciliatory tone of the Lutherans. This was a group of men attempting to state their position and work for a common faith.
mass • communion • both kinds • bread • wine
Apology (Part 10): Third Continuation of: Reply to the Arguments...
Melanchthom finishes the discourse on salvation by faith alone and the true place of works in a Christian's life.
melanchthon • lutheran • works • faith • law
Melanchthom finishes the discourse on salvation by faith alone and the true place of works in a Christian's life.
melanchthon • lutheran • works • faith • law
Apology (Part 11) Articles VII and VIII: Of the Church
Melanchthon transitions from the doctrine of justification by faith to practical applications of the doctrine. He begins with the church, which sets the tone for Christian faith and life.
church • lutheran • grace • faith • sin
Melanchthon transitions from the doctrine of justification by faith to practical applications of the doctrine. He begins with the church, which sets the tone for Christian faith and life.
church • lutheran • grace • faith • sin
Apology (Part 15): Article XII (V), Of Repentance
Melanchthon addresses repentance in this article, what it is and what repentance really means.
apology • augsburg • repentance • sin • grace
Melanchthon addresses repentance in this article, what it is and what repentance really means.
apology • augsburg • repentance • sin • grace
Apology (Part 16): Article VI, Of Confession and Satisfaction
Melanchthon continues by stating that confession to a priest is not necessary for satisfaction before God. Melanchthon meticulously takes the adversaries arguments and proves them false. Of course, he has choice words to describe their logic.
confession • satisfaction • repentance • absolution • apology
Melanchthon continues by stating that confession to a priest is not necessary for satisfaction before God. Melanchthon meticulously takes the adversaries arguments and proves them false. Of course, he has choice words to describe their logic.
confession • satisfaction • repentance • absolution • apology
Apology (Part 17): Part Two from Yesterday
Part two of repentance in which Melanchthon address the belief that punishment must accompany repentance. From this belief comes the doctrine of Purgatory.
repentance • forgiveness • punishment • cleansing • apology
Part two of repentance in which Melanchthon address the belief that punishment must accompany repentance. From this belief comes the doctrine of Purgatory.
repentance • forgiveness • punishment • cleansing • apology
Apology (Part 28): Article XXIII (XI), Of the Marriage of Priests
This article is of a timely nature given the recent news. See how problems stemming from celibacy were abundant in Luther's day.
marriage • priests • creation • apology • augsburg
This article is of a timely nature given the recent news. See how problems stemming from celibacy were abundant in Luther's day.
marriage • priests • creation • apology • augsburg
Apology (Part 29): Article XXIV (XII), Of the Mass
What is the nature of the mass (or worship service)? Is it a sacrifice? Or do we gather to hear God's word and to worship God? Read Melanchthon's take on the mass.
mass • service • sacrifice • apology • augsburg
What is the nature of the mass (or worship service)? Is it a sacrifice? Or do we gather to hear God's word and to worship God? Read Melanchthon's take on the mass.
mass • service • sacrifice • apology • augsburg
Apology (Part 30): What a Sacrifice Is, and What Are the Species of Sacrifice
Melanchthon pauses from the Apology to address what a sacrifice is. In the previous article he denounced Rome for making the mass a sacrifice. Melanchthon now defines sacrifice.
sacrifice • worship • nature • apology • augsburg
Melanchthon pauses from the Apology to address what a sacrifice is. In the previous article he denounced Rome for making the mass a sacrifice. Melanchthon now defines sacrifice.
sacrifice • worship • nature • apology • augsburg
Apology (Part 35): Article XXVII (XIII), Of Monastic Vows
A timely article, as the focus of the themes Melanchthon addresses seem appropriate for today and the scandal in the Roman church. Melanchthon spells out how monastic vows are contrary to nature, contrary to God's law, and contrary to Scripture.
monastic • vows • celibacy • apology • augsburg
A timely article, as the focus of the themes Melanchthon addresses seem appropriate for today and the scandal in the Roman church. Melanchthon spells out how monastic vows are contrary to nature, contrary to God's law, and contrary to Scripture.
monastic • vows • celibacy • apology • augsburg
Apology (Part 7): Reply to the Arguments of the Adversaries
Melanchthon addresses his adversaries on the roles that Law and Gospel play in the Christian's life. Melanchthon takes the reader back to Scripture to define the separation and to show where his adversaries err. He also points out the original ascetics lived their lives not to fulfill the Law, but that they believed they were saved by faith alone.
apology • augsburg • faith • law • gospel
Melanchthon addresses his adversaries on the roles that Law and Gospel play in the Christian's life. Melanchthon takes the reader back to Scripture to define the separation and to show where his adversaries err. He also points out the original ascetics lived their lives not to fulfill the Law, but that they believed they were saved by faith alone.
apology • augsburg • faith • law • gospel
Apology (Part 8): Continuation of: Reply to the Arguments...
For the rest of the Apology, I will post the parts from Monday through Thursday. On Friday my commentary will appear for that week's installments. May your study of the Apology help you in your study of Scripture. In part eight, Melanchthon continues to present the key Lutheran doctrine: saved by faith alone.
apology • augsburg • grace • works • fruits of faith
For the rest of the Apology, I will post the parts from Monday through Thursday. On Friday my commentary will appear for that week's installments. May your study of the Apology help you in your study of Scripture. In part eight, Melanchthon continues to present the key Lutheran doctrine: saved by faith alone.
apology • augsburg • grace • works • fruits of faith
Apology (Part 9): Second Continuation of: Reply to the Arguments...
Melanchthon continues to stress the proper role of Law and Gospel in the Christian's life and reasserts that we are saved by faith alone.
apology • augsburg • faith • works • law
Melanchthon continues to stress the proper role of Law and Gospel in the Christian's life and reasserts that we are saved by faith alone.
apology • augsburg • faith • works • law
Apology (Parts 12-17): Commentary
My commentary on Parts 12 through 17 of the Apology. These parts cover baptism, Lord's Supper, confession, repentance, and satisfaction for repentance. Melanchthon shows how the Roman positions elevated the Law over the Gospel.
apology • augsburg • baptism • lord's supper • eucharist
My commentary on Parts 12 through 17 of the Apology. These parts cover baptism, Lord's Supper, confession, repentance, and satisfaction for repentance. Melanchthon shows how the Roman positions elevated the Law over the Gospel.
apology • augsburg • baptism • lord's supper • eucharist
Apology (Parts 18-26): Commentary
This is the summary of articles 18 through 26 of the Apology. Melanchthon addresses subjects such as church traditions, good works, sacraments, and ecclesiastical orders. The first reference to Antichrist is found in #20.
apology • augsburg • priests • orders • traditions
This is the summary of articles 18 through 26 of the Apology. Melanchthon addresses subjects such as church traditions, good works, sacraments, and ecclesiastical orders. The first reference to Antichrist is found in #20.
apology • augsburg • priests • orders • traditions
Apology (Parts 33-34): Of the Term Mass; Of the Mass for the Dead
Melanchthon focuses on the Mass in general and the Mass for the dead in particular in these two articles of the Apology. Read what the Lutheran camp had to say about these items of Catholic worship.
apology • augsburg • mass • dead
Melanchthon focuses on the Mass in general and the Mass for the dead in particular in these two articles of the Apology. Read what the Lutheran camp had to say about these items of Catholic worship.
apology • augsburg • mass • dead
Apology (Parts 36 and 37): Of Ecclesiastical Power; The End
Melanchthon ends the Apology by speaking out on ecclesiastical abuses and the abuse of power by the clerical administration. Melanchthon also, in his closing argument, states the desire of the Lutherans for peace, but not at the expense of the true Gospel.
apology • augsburg • ecclesiastical abuses • clergy • rudeness
Melanchthon ends the Apology by speaking out on ecclesiastical abuses and the abuse of power by the clerical administration. Melanchthon also, in his closing argument, states the desire of the Lutherans for peace, but not at the expense of the true Gospel.
apology • augsburg • ecclesiastical abuses • clergy • rudeness
Apology (Parts 8-11) : Commentary
This week's commentary on the Apology's parts 8 through 11. This commentary discusses Paul vs. James, the Sophist's treatment of the Law, the proper role of Law and Gospel in a Christian's life, and the Church's role in a Christian's life.
apology • augsburg • confession • law • gospel
This week's commentary on the Apology's parts 8 through 11. This commentary discusses Paul vs. James, the Sophist's treatment of the Law, the proper role of Law and Gospel in a Christian's life, and the Church's role in a Christian's life.
apology • augsburg • confession • law • gospel
Apology 31, 32: What the Fathers Thought concerning Sacrifice; Of the Use of the Sacrament and Sacrifice
Melanchthon relates that communion (eucharist, Lord's supper) offers and gives forgiveness of sins and is not a good work on our part. Melanchthon cites Scripture and Church fathers who correctly taught the sacrament.
apology • augsburg • communion • sacrament • forgiveness
Melanchthon relates that communion (eucharist, Lord's supper) offers and gives forgiveness of sins and is not a good work on our part. Melanchthon cites Scripture and Church fathers who correctly taught the sacrament.
apology • augsburg • communion • sacrament • forgiveness
Apology Part 27-30: Commentary
Commentary on ARticles 27 through 30 of the Apology. Melanchthon addresses the laity receiving both kinds in the Lord's Supper, the marriage of priests, and the nature of the Mass. Melanchthon also has a discourse on the meaning of "sacrifice."
apology • augsburg • mass • communion • eucharist
Commentary on ARticles 27 through 30 of the Apology. Melanchthon addresses the laity receiving both kinds in the Lord's Supper, the marriage of priests, and the nature of the Mass. Melanchthon also has a discourse on the meaning of "sacrifice."
apology • augsburg • mass • communion • eucharist
Apology Parts 31-37: Commentary
This is my commentary on the final articles of the Apology to the Augsburg Confession. Topics the Melanchthon discusses are the Mass, Masses for the Dead, Monastic Vows, Ecclesiastical Power, and Traditions. Melanchthon continuously asserts that we are "saved by faith, not by works of the Law."
apology • augsburg • monastic vows • priests • power
This is my commentary on the final articles of the Apology to the Augsburg Confession. Topics the Melanchthon discusses are the Mass, Masses for the Dead, Monastic Vows, Ecclesiastical Power, and Traditions. Melanchthon continuously asserts that we are "saved by faith, not by works of the Law."
apology • augsburg • monastic vows • priests • power
Apology, Parts 12 through 14: Baptism, Lord’s Supper, and Confession
Melanchthon addresses baptism, Lord's Supper, and confession in these three sections. These are the tools the Spirit gave the Church to dispense grace freely. As Lutherans and Catholics, for the most part, agree on the basic essences of these doctrines, they are not as lengthy as other articles.
apology • augsburg • sin • grace • law
Melanchthon addresses baptism, Lord's Supper, and confession in these three sections. These are the tools the Spirit gave the Church to dispense grace freely. As Lutherans and Catholics, for the most part, agree on the basic essences of these doctrines, they are not as lengthy as other articles.
apology • augsburg • sin • grace • law
Electors of Saxony in Luther’s Time: John the Steadfast
John the Steadfast, while not possessing the leadership qualities of his brother, nevertheless was used by God to advance the cause of the Reformation. One could sum up this man with this sentence: He was a big man with a big heart.
john the steadfast • luther • augsburg • confession • learning
John the Steadfast, while not possessing the leadership qualities of his brother, nevertheless was used by God to advance the cause of the Reformation. One could sum up this man with this sentence: He was a big man with a big heart.
john the steadfast • luther • augsburg • confession • learning
Philipp Melanchthon: Luther's Right Hand Man
Voted the most influential Lutheran outside of Martin Luther, this article takes a brief look at Philipp Melanchthon and his role in the Lutheran Reformation as well as his role after Luther's death.
philipp melanchthon • martin luther • augsburg • confessions • wittenberg
Voted the most influential Lutheran outside of Martin Luther, this article takes a brief look at Philipp Melanchthon and his role in the Lutheran Reformation as well as his role after Luther's death.
philipp melanchthon • martin luther • augsburg • confessions • wittenberg
The Apology of the Confession: Introduction
Melanchthon's introduction to his Apology, as well as an enumeration of the first two points of the Augustana (Of God and Of Original Sin), are detailed in this first installment on the Apology.
god • original sin • apology • augsburg • lutheran
Melanchthon's introduction to his Apology, as well as an enumeration of the first two points of the Augustana (Of God and Of Original Sin), are detailed in this first installment on the Apology.
god • original sin • apology • augsburg • lutheran
The Romantic Road by Train and Bus
Most sights on the Romantic Road (Romantische Straße) in Bavaria, Germany can be reached by public transportation including trains or buses to make car rental optional.
public transportation on the romantic road • romantische strasse by train or bus • deutsche touring europabus eb190 • rothenburg ob der tauber • medieval german towns
Most sights on the Romantic Road (Romantische Straße) in Bavaria, Germany can be reached by public transportation including trains or buses to make car rental optional.
public transportation on the romantic road • romantische strasse by train or bus • deutsche touring europabus eb190 • rothenburg ob der tauber • medieval german towns
2009-10 German Cup Quarters Fixtures
Defending champions Werder Bremen host Hoffenheim in the top game of the German Cup quarterfinals while Greuther Fürth hope to upset record champions Bayern Munich.
2009-10 german cup quarter-final fixtures • results and quarterfinals schedule for 2009-10 ger • german football • defending champions werder bremen face hoffenheim • record winners bayern munich host greuther fürth
Defending champions Werder Bremen host Hoffenheim in the top game of the German Cup quarterfinals while Greuther Fürth hope to upset record champions Bayern Munich.
2009-10 german cup quarter-final fixtures • results and quarterfinals schedule for 2009-10 ger • german football • defending champions werder bremen face hoffenheim • record winners bayern munich host greuther fürth
Book Review: Concordia: The Lutheran Confessions
COncordia Publishing House just issued a reader's version of the "Book of Concord." The "Book of Concord" is the collection of Lutheran confessions. This is truly a masterpiece as a book, complete with colorplates and woodcut reproductions, especially the woodcuts used in the original publishing of Luther's "Small Catechism."
c. f. w. walther • the lutheran church--missouri synod • synodical conference • lutheran confessions • concordia publishing
COncordia Publishing House just issued a reader's version of the "Book of Concord." The "Book of Concord" is the collection of Lutheran confessions. This is truly a masterpiece as a book, complete with colorplates and woodcut reproductions, especially the woodcuts used in the original publishing of Luther's "Small Catechism."
c. f. w. walther • the lutheran church--missouri synod • synodical conference • lutheran confessions • concordia publishing
Why We Left Lutheranism--They Walk By a Man-made Creed
Is the catechism a man-made creed? If so, is it wrong to use it? What is a creed? Are any NOT "man-made?" Study this issue as I continue to refute Claude A. Guild's assertion that the Lutheran Church is not Christian.
lutheran • catechism • creeds • ecumenial • augsburg confession
Is the catechism a man-made creed? If so, is it wrong to use it? What is a creed? Are any NOT "man-made?" Study this issue as I continue to refute Claude A. Guild's assertion that the Lutheran Church is not Christian.
lutheran • catechism • creeds • ecumenial • augsburg confession
Guide to 2009 Minneapolis Fringe Festival
Not only does Minneapolis host world-ranked dramatic, music and dance performances, it's also the locale for one of America's top fringe festivals.
minnesota fringe festival lottery • rarig arena • bedlam theater • mixed blood theatre • the soap gallery
Not only does Minneapolis host world-ranked dramatic, music and dance performances, it's also the locale for one of America's top fringe festivals.
minnesota fringe festival lottery • rarig arena • bedlam theater • mixed blood theatre • the soap gallery
A Brief History Of The Evangelical Lutheran Synod, Part 2
Part two of the history of the Evangelical Synod, including endnotes and bibliography for the two parts.
norwegian • lutheran • luther • augsburg • wisconsin
Part two of the history of the Evangelical Synod, including endnotes and bibliography for the two parts.
norwegian • lutheran • luther • augsburg • wisconsin
A Brief History of the Evangelical Lutheran Synod: Part 1
A multi-part look at the history of the Evangelical Lutheran Synod, which began in 1918 as the Reorganised Norwegian Lutheran Synod, but traces its roots back to the 1840's when Norwegian Lutherans first came to America. Footnotes are marked and will be denoted after the final installment. This forum will endeavor to look at the various aspects of Lutheranism and the histories of the various Lutheran synods. This article is written from the point of view of the ELS.
norwegian • lutheran • luther • augsburg • wisconsin
A multi-part look at the history of the Evangelical Lutheran Synod, which began in 1918 as the Reorganised Norwegian Lutheran Synod, but traces its roots back to the 1840's when Norwegian Lutherans first came to America. Footnotes are marked and will be denoted after the final installment. This forum will endeavor to look at the various aspects of Lutheranism and the histories of the various Lutheran synods. This article is written from the point of view of the ELS.
norwegian • lutheran • luther • augsburg • wisconsin
Apology (Parts 18, 19): Number, Use of Sacraments; Ecclesiastical Order
Melanchthon discusses the number and use of the sacraments. He defines "sacrament" and then lists three that Lutherans accept as sacraments (Absolution would later be left off the list since it lacked an earthly element). Melanchthon also addresses ecclesiastical order, obviously not a point of contention.
sacraments • baptism • lord's supper • absolution • marriage
Melanchthon discusses the number and use of the sacraments. He defines "sacrament" and then lists three that Lutherans accept as sacraments (Absolution would later be left off the list since it lacked an earthly element). Melanchthon also addresses ecclesiastical order, obviously not a point of contention.
sacraments • baptism • lord's supper • absolution • marriage
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