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Medicine and Healing in Martin Luther's Thought.

Authors :
Lomperis, Ekaterina N.
Source :
Archive for Reformation History / Archiv für Reformationsgeschichte; Nov2023, Vol. 114 Issue 1, p51-78, 28p
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

The article focuses on Martin Luther's overlooked theology regarding bodily healing and medicine within the context of his theological considerations of suffering. It explores Luther's views on the proper use of medicine, examining how his theological concerns, specifically his soteriological vision and criticism of idolatry, shaped his perspective on healing practices. It mentions investigation delves into Luther's commentaries on the Old Testament to elucidate his endorsement of resistance.

Details

Language :
German
ISSN :
00039381
Volume :
114
Issue :
1
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Archive for Reformation History / Archiv für Reformationsgeschichte
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
173583786
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.14315/arg-2023-1140104