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Commentary on Genesis, Vol. 1: Luther on the CreationMartin Luther

Commentary on Genesis, Vol. 1: Luther on the Creation

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Original author: Martin Luther

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"Commentary on Genesis, Vol. 1: Luther on the Creation" by Martin Luther is a critical and devotional commentary written in the early 20th century. This work presents Luther's theological interpretations and insights into the Book of Genesis, focusing on the creation narrative and the broader implications for Christian doctrine and life. The commentary aims to make Luther's teachings accessible to English-speaking theologians and lay readers alike. The opening of this commentary sets the stage for Luther's profound engagement with the text of Genesis, highlighting the significance of creation and God's revelation. Luther addresses the complexities and the depths of the themes presented in the scripture, emphasizing the foundational role of Genesis in understanding God's relationship with humanity. He acknowledges the challenges of interpreting such a monumental text, while expressing his hope that this work will engage readers in deep reflection on their faith and inspire genuine worship. This introduction establishes a tone of earnest scholarship coupled with spiritual devotion that is characteristic of Luther's approach to scripture.

Commentary on Genesis, Vol. 1: Luther on the Creation, by Martin Luther. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #48193.

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27 Chapters

  1. 1.Front Matter (1)8,890 words
  2. 2.Front Matter (2)4,120 words
  3. 3.Preface: Of Dr. John George Walch4,698 words
  4. 4.Chapter I: I. Introduction1,141 words
  5. 5.Part I: God's Work on the First Day7,176 words
  6. 6.Part II: God's Work on the Second Day5,420 words
  7. 7.Part III: God's Work on the Third Day3,458 words
  8. 8.Part IV: God's Work on the Fourth Day3,990 words
  9. 9.Part V: God's Work on the Fifth Day3,193 words
  10. 10.Part VI: God's Work on the Sixth Day9,709 words
  11. 11.Part I: God's Rest, Sanctification of the Sabbath and Creation of7,120 words
  12. 12.Part II: Paradise7,635 words
  13. 13.Part III: The Introduction of Man Into the Garden, the Command God7,124 words
  14. 14.Part IV: The Creation of Eve8,427 words
  1. 15.Part V: The Institution of Marriage and the Family5,071 words
  2. 16.Part I: The Temptation to Fall10,348 words
  3. 17.Part II: The Awful Fall by Sinning5,110 words
  4. 18.Part III: The Judgment God Held with Our First Parents After Their7,040 words
  5. 19.Part IV: The Serpent and Satan Cursed. the First Promise8,505 words
  6. 20.Part V: The Punishment Inflicted on Our First Parents11,319 words
  7. 21.Part VI: Name Adam Gave His Wife. God Reminds Man of the Fall. the9,161 words
  8. 22.Part I: Generation, Marriage, Birth and Education of Cain and Abel5,258 words
  9. 23.Part II: Offerings in General, of Our First Parents, and of Cain and6,501 words
  10. 24.Part III: Cain's Conduct Upon the Rejection of His Offering and His5,756 words
  11. 25.Part IV: How Cain Murdered His Brother and Was Required to Give an6,858 words
  12. 26.Part V: How Cain Was Punished for His Murder6,652 words
  13. 27.Part VI: Cain's Conduct Upon Being Punished3,023 words