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050		4	_aBR
100	1		_aLuther, Martin, _d1483-1546
245	1	3	_aAn Open Letter on Translating
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c1995
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 1995-06-01
520			_a"An Open Letter on Translating" by Martin Luther is a theological treatise written in the early 16th century, during the period of the Reformation. The book serves as a defense of Luther's translations of the Bible into German, primarily taking aim at critiques from Catholic authorities regarding his interpretations of scripture. The text discusses the challenges and responsibilities of translating sacred texts, especially when addressing contentious theological issues such as justification by faith alone. In the letter, Luther responds to a friend’s inquiries about his translation choices, particularly the inclusion of the word "sola" (alone) in his version of Romans 3:28, arguing that faith alone is central to Christian salvation and necessary to convey the meaning intended by St. Paul. He emphasizes the importance of using accessible language that resonates with common speakers of German rather than relying solely on literal translations from Greek or Latin, which may be unclear or misleading. Luther's passionate advocacy for a more nuanced and heartfelt approach to translation highlights his belief that language should serve the needs of believers seeking to understand and engage with the Christian faith. Throughout, he defends his authority and capability as a translator against accusations from his opponents, asserting that a proper understanding of scripture is paramount for the well-being of the church. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aReformation -- Germany
653			_aBible -- Translating
700	1		_aMann, Gary
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/272
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