The Freedom of a Christian

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.