The Freedom of a Christian (Luther Study Edition, Revised and Expanded) - Martin Luther, Mark D. Tranvik

Perhaps no work of Martin Luther's so captures the revolutionary zeal and theological boldness of his vision as The Freedom of a Christian. Yet, it is not easily accessible today. Mark Tranvik's new translation of Luther's treatise brings alive the social, historical, and ecclesial context of Luther's treatise.Key Features:An informative Introduction that lays out the context of Luther's writingA modern, student-friendly translation of the text of Luther's Letter to Pope Leo X and The Freedom of a ChristianFrequent headings to guide the student's reading and comprehensionStudent-oriented notes to explain theological controversies and termsA glossary of key theological and ecclesial termsA map of Reformation Europe in the 16th CenturyTen black and white illustrationsA short "For Further Reading" listThis is the first of a set of student guides to key Reformation treatises by Martin Luther, concentrating on those most widely used in college settings.