Erasmus And Luther - Henry Osborn Taylor - Bog

Erasmus and Luther is a book written by Henry Osborn Taylor that explores the relationship between two prominent figures of the Renaissance and Reformation eras: Desiderius Erasmus and Martin Luther. The book delves into the similarities and differences between the two men, their respective beliefs and philosophies, and how their ideas influenced the religious and intellectual landscape of their time.Erasmus, a Dutch humanist and theologian, and Luther, a German monk and theologian, were both instrumental in the Protestant Reformation. While they shared a common goal of reforming the Catholic Church, they had different approaches to achieving it. Erasmus advocated for a more moderate and gradual reform, while Luther was more radical and believed in a complete break from the Catholic Church.Taylor examines how the two men interacted with each other, including their correspondence and public debates, and how their ideas influenced each other. The book also explores the broader historical context of the Renaissance and Reformation eras, including the political and social upheavals of the time.Overall, Erasmus and Luther provides a comprehensive and insightful look into the lives and ideas of two influential figures of the Renaissance and Reformation eras and their impact on the history of Western civilization.Book 2 Of Thought And Expression In The Sixteenth Century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.