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The development of protestant doctrine: Luther, Melancthon and Zwingli.
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The Protestant challenge, 1521–1531
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The Protestant challenge, 1521–1531
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The development of protestant doctrine: Luther, Melancthon and Zwingli
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Which of the following was a key tenet of Martin Luther's doctrine?
Direct answer
Martin Luther's doctrine emphasized that salvation is achieved through faith alone, rejecting the Catholic Church's teachings on the necessity of good works.
Key terms
- Sola Fide: The doctrine of justification by faith alone, central to Luther's theology.
- Augsburg Confession: A key document of the Lutheran faith, outlining the beliefs of the reformers and presented at the Diet of Augsburg in 1530.
Common trap
Confusing Zwingli and Luther's views on the Eucharist: Clearly differentiate between Zwingli's view that the Eucharist is merely symbolic and Luther's view that Christ is truly present 'in, with, and under' the bread and wine.
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