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On the Babylonian Captivity of the Church

On the Babylonian Captivity of the Church

By: Martin Luther
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 In the midst of the Reformation in 1520, Martin Luther crafted a trilogy of essential writings aimed at the German Nobility, the Church, and the Christian faithful. The second of these works, On the Babylonian Captivity of the Church, sees Luther meticulously separate the essential truths from the misunderstandings surrounding the seven sacraments of the Roman Church. Join us as we explore this pivotal text that challenges the foundations of religious authority. (Summary by Jonathan Lange)Copyright Religious Texts and Commentary
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  • 008 - Of Extreme Unction

    008 - Of Extreme Unction
    Feb 11 2026
    In the midst of the Reformation in 1520, Martin Luther crafted a trilogy of essential writings aimed at the German Nobility, the Church, and the Christian faithful. The second of these works, On the Babylonian Captivity of the Church, sees Luther meticulously separate the essential truths from the misunderstandings surrounding the seven sacraments of the Roman Church. Join us as we explore this pivotal text that challenges the foundations of religious authority. (Summary by Jonathan Lange)
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    21 mins
  • 007 - Of Orders

    007 - Of Orders
    Feb 11 2026
    In the midst of the Reformation in 1520, Martin Luther crafted a trilogy of essential writings aimed at the German Nobility, the Church, and the Christian faithful. The second of these works, On the Babylonian Captivity of the Church, sees Luther meticulously separate the essential truths from the misunderstandings surrounding the seven sacraments of the Roman Church. Join us as we explore this pivotal text that challenges the foundations of religious authority. (Summary by Jonathan Lange)
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    25 mins
  • 006 - Of Confirmation and Of Matrimony

    006 - Of Confirmation and Of Matrimony
    Feb 11 2026
    In the midst of the Reformation in 1520, Martin Luther crafted a trilogy of essential writings aimed at the German Nobility, the Church, and the Christian faithful. The second of these works, On the Babylonian Captivity of the Church, sees Luther meticulously separate the essential truths from the misunderstandings surrounding the seven sacraments of the Roman Church. Join us as we explore this pivotal text that challenges the foundations of religious authority. (Summary by Jonathan Lange)
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    35 mins
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