The Freedom of a Christian: A New Translation (Crossway Short Classics)
Overview
Martin Luther’s Classic Work, Newly Translated by Robert Kolb
Originally published in 1520, The Freedom of a Christian is one of Martin Luther’s most well-known and enduring treatises. In it, the German Reformer examines Christian ethics and how justification by faith alone impacts the liberty of believers. He famously writes, “A Christian is a free lord of everything and subject to no one. A Christian is a willing servant of everything and subject to everyone.” Luther also further develops ideas and doctrines that were key to the Reformation, such as the priesthood of all believers and union with Christ.
This addition to the Crossway Short Classics series features a new translation from the original German to English by renowned Reformation scholar Robert Kolb. The Freedom of a Christian reminds modern-day readers that it is ultimately grace that transforms God’s people and frees us to love and obey.
Accessible: Helpful for those looking to learn more about Luther and the Christian life, both new Christians and seasoned saints alike
Part of the Crossway Short Classics Series: Introducing modern-day readers to classic works of faith—other volumes include Fighting for Holiness; Heaven Is a World of Love; and The Emotional Life of Our Lord
New Translation: Translated from the original German by world-renowned scholar Robert Kolb, author of Martin Luther: Confessor of the Faith
Foreword by Carl R. Trueman: Author of the bestselling book The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self
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- Introduces modern-day readers to classic works of faith
- Features a new translation from the original German to English
- Reminds readers that it is ultimately grace that transforms God’s people and frees us to love and obey
- Foreword by Carl R. Trueman
- Series Preface
- Biography of Martin Luther
- The Freedom of a Christian
True ‘classics’ are more than timeless; they are works of exceptional insight and power. These beautiful booklets put before us works that fully deserve the label. Wise, Christ-centered, and full of gospel comfort, they are treasures that will enlarge both the mind and the soul of all who heed them.
—Michael Reeves, President and Professor of Theology, Union School of Theology; author, Rejoice and Tremble and Gospel People
We followers of Christ are not always good these days at hearing the wisdom of godly voices from the past. This series of historic writings provides an accessible, beautiful way for us to listen. You can read one of these small treasures in an hour—and the benefits will be large. These writers call us to gospel truth and gospel life in Christ. Hearing their voices is good for our souls.
—Kathleen Nielson, author; speaker
- Title: The Freedom of a Christian: A New Translation (Crossway Short Classics)
- Author: Martin Luther
- Series: The Crossway Short Classics Series
- Publisher: Crossway
- Print Publication Date: 2023
- Logos Release Date: 2023
- Pages: 88
- Era: era:reformation
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Logos Reader Edition
- Subject: Liberty › Religious aspects--Christianity
- ISBNs: 9781433582264, 9781433582295, 9781433582271, 9781433582288, 1433582260, 1433582295, 1433582279, 1433582287
- Resource ID: LLS:FRDMCHRSTCLSSCS
- Resource Type: Monograph
- Metadata Last Updated: 2023-06-02T21:39:30Z
Martin Luther (1483–1546), one of the most significant figures in Western history, was a key figure in the Protestant Reformation. Over the course of his life, Luther was a monk, a priest, a professor of biblical literature, a Reformer, a husband, and a father.
Luther is most noted for his Ninety-Five Theses (1517), in which he argued that indulgences were not acts of penance which could replace true repentance. His refusal to retract all his writings, demanded by Pope Leo X in 1520 and the Holy Roman Emperor Charles V at the Diet of Worms in 1521, resulted in his excommunication by the pope and condemnation as an outlaw by the emperor.
Luther has been both praised and vilified for what he preached and wrote. Luther’s translation of the Christian Bible into the vernacular greatly influenced the church. His works continue to impact all Christians and animate the movement that bears his name. Luther’s Works (55 vols.) contains many of Luther’s writings, including commentaries, sermons, and lectures.