Martin Luther German Bible

5B, Ca. 1800 Printed in Philadelphia

Notes

Martin Luther's German Bible, first published in 1522, is a landmark in the history of Christianity and the German language. Luther's translation of the New Testament from Greek into German made the scriptures accessible to the common people, fostering widespread literacy and enabling individuals to engage directly with the text. His use of a clear, colloquial style not only helped to standardize the German language but also influenced its development. Luther's Bible played a crucial role in the Reformation by challenging the Catholic Church's authority and promoting the idea that faith and scripture were accessible to all believers.

Description

Brown leather with enclosure brackets, three edge marbling, rubbing due to age on binding otherwise, good condition.