027 - A Judgement Concerning the Decretal Epistles

Delve into the transformative era of the English Reformation with this captivating volume from the Reformation collection. It opens with William Tyndales engaging tract on the pivotal doctrine of Justification by faith alone. Following this, youll encounter two historical narratives detailing how Reformation ideas were received. Discover Martin Luthers line-by-line critique of the beloved Marian hymn Salve Regina, and read John Calvins powerful summary of the gospel message in Christ the End of the Law, which served as the preface to the Geneva Bible. This volume also resurrects Calvins Admonition against Astrology, translated into Early Modern English after years of obscurity. A series of documents authorized by Henry VIII and Edward VI illustrate the ebb and flow of the Reformation during their reigns, including a remarkable essay against papal claims penned by Edward VI at just 12 years old. Two poignant letters further illuminate the English Reformation Thomas Cromwell reflecting on Tyndales influence on Henry VIII, and Peter Martyr Vermigli expressing his concerns regarding Calvins sacramental views while in England. The Oxford Martyrs - Thomas Cranmer, Hugh Latimer, and Nicholas Ridley - contribute a series of brief writings focused on church reform. John Bradfords Preface to Melanchthons book on prayer offers insight into the sentiments of faithful worshippers during the turbulent period between Edward VIs death and the imprisonment of Protestant bishops. The volume concludes with an eyewitness account of Martin Luthers final days, providing a fitting end to this rich exploration of Reformation history. (Summary by InTheDesert) Other volumes of this collection Volume 1 Volume 3