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Different translation

His command of language, especially in criticism and protest, is sparkling.

I was interested in reading this considering the role of contemplation in Christian freedom. Luther talks about the outer and inner human. He never prescribes HOW one nurtures the inner human through faith, likely because prayer, worship, even contemplation, become works and, writing to Pope Leo, he does not want to give an excuse for contradiction. However, I find it hard to imagine coming to faith as Luther describes any other way bit contemplation on the teaching received through good preaching and the Scriptures. ( )

This pamphlet "makes it clear that a believing Christian is free from sin through faith in God, yet bound by love to serve his neighbor." From the Introduction

One of the most influential booklets of Early Reformation. Luther distinguishes between the Gospel and the Law. Between the legalism of the Babylonian church and true freedom in Christ. ( )

One of the most influential booklets of Early Reformation. Luther distinguishes between the Gospel and the Law. Between the legalism of the Babylonian church and true freedom in Christ. ( )