Martin Luther : Selections From His Writings
The development of Martin Luther's thought was  both a symptom  and moving force in the transformation  of the Middle Ages into the  modern world.  Geographical discovery, an emerging scientific  tradition,  and a climate of social change had splintered the  unity of  medieval Christian culture, and these  changes provided the background  for Luther's  theological challenge. His new apprehension of Scripture   and fresh understanding of man's relation to God  demanded a break with  the Church as then constituted  and released the powerful impulses that  carried  the Reformation. Luther's vigorous, colorful  language still  retains the excitement it had for  thousands of his contemporaries. In  this volume, Dr.  Dillenberger has made a representative selection from   Luther's extensive writings, and has also provided  the reader with a  lucid introduction to his  thought.