Martin Luther: Confessor of the Faith - By Robert Kolb
Christopher Boyd Brown
MARTIN LUTHER: CONFESSOR OF THE FAITH . By Robert Kolb Christian Theology in Context Oxford : University Press , 2009 Pp. vi + 215 Cloth, $99.00; paper, $35.00 offers a guidebook to Luther's theology, remarkable for its compression but generally well digested, which helpful first alternative other, more compendious surveys of thought (Althaus; Ebeling; Lohse; Bayer; McKim). The book succeeds integrating biography (and theological development) and survey rather better than most these alternatives. As is appropriate an orientation this kind, avoids indulging too much idiosyncrasy. categories around the presentation organized are essentially own those arising out modern exposition or engagement. fair, if succinct, summarizing key recent debates Luther interpretation, though his judgments resolution clearly expressed. Among distinctive contributions consistent emphasis gives place context “Wittenberg movement.” citations texts will help guide readers further specific engagement with works, both originals English. indirect guidance secondary literature provided notes single bibliographic list), beyond discussion important works main text, less consistently helpful, students may prefer topical bibliographies McKim's Cambridge Companion. be interesting specialists magisterial way manages task synthesis; it especially useful nonspecialists who require dependable point entry map Reformer's thought.
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