Martin Luther as Prophet, Teacher, and Hero: Images of the Reformer, 1520-1620

by Robert Kolb

A study of Martin Luther's legacy explains how the view of Luther as prophet, teacher, and hero shaped the thought and action of his followers.

Genres: History

280 pages, Paperback

First published December 1, 1999

About the author

Robert Kolb (PhD, University of Wisconsin) is Mission Professor of Systematic Theology emeritus at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri. He is the author of numerous books including The Genius of Luther’s Theology and is coeditor of The Book of Concord (2000 translation).

Reviews

[Joel Zartman · Rating 4 out of 5]

A book reconstructing the perceptions people had of Luther in life and memory.

[David · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is an interesting study of the attitudes toward Martin Luther and also the study of and republication of his works.