lutheranism

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Definition

Noun: 1. The religious doctrine and system of the Christian church founded on the teachings of Martin Luther, emphasizing justification by faith alone as the central tenet of salvation. It is a major branch of Protestantism.

Usage
  • Lutheranism is used as a non-count noun to refer to the entire body of doctrine, tradition, and practice.
  • It identifies a specific Christian denomination and its theological beliefs.
Examples
  • The core of Lutheranism is the belief that humans are saved by God's grace through faith, not by their own works.
  • He converted to Lutheranism after studying the writings of Martin Luther.
  • Lutheranism spread rapidly throughout Northern Europe in the 16th century.
Advanced Usage
  • The term can be used in historical, theological, and comparative religious contexts to discuss the Reformation, doctrinal differences, or ecumenical dialogue.
Variants and Related Words
  • Lutheran (adjective): Of or relating to Luther or his doctrines. (e.g., )
  • Lutheran (noun): An adherent of Lutheranism. (e.g., )
Synonyms
  • Protestantism (specifically the Lutheran tradition)
  • Evangelicalism (in its historical, Lutheran sense)
Related Concepts
  • Justification by Faith: The cardinal doctrine of Lutheranism.
  • The Reformation: The 16th-century religious movement from which Lutheranism originated.
  • The Book of Concord: The historic doctrinal standard of Lutheranism.
Noun
  1. teachings of Martin Luther emphasizing the cardinal doctrine of justification by faith alone

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