The Epistles of St. Peter and St. Jude (ePub)

Martin Luther (1483-1546) is most prominently known as the seminal figure in the Protestant Reformation that swept across Europe in the 16th century. His theological works and writings spurred significant changes within Christendom, challenging the Roman Catholic Church and establishing the Lutheran tradition. Born in Eisleben, Saxony (then part of the Holy Roman Empire), Luther became an Augustinian monk and later a professor of theology at the University of Wittenberg. His translation of the Bible into the vernacular made the scriptures more accessible to the laity, a transformative move in religious study and personal piety. Among Luther's voluminous works, 'The Epistles of St. Peter and St. Jude: Preached and Explained' is a notable exposition in which he provides an analysis of these New Testament letters. Luther's literary style combines a sharp intellect with a profound sense of spiritual conviction. His writings are characterized by a clear and forceful articulation of theological concepts intended to educate and inspire the common people, reflecting his revolutionary stance on personal faith and scripture. His legacy as an author and theologian endures in the breadth of his influence on Christian thought and his role in the genesis of the Protestant branches of Christianity.