Prelude on the Babylonian Captivity of the Church

In "Prelude on the Babylonian Captivity of the Church," Martin Luther lays the groundwork for the Reformation through a profound critique of the sacramental system of the Catholic Church. Written in 1520, this seminal work employs a fervent yet accessible literary style that intersperses theological inquiry with personal conviction. Luther challenges the notions of transubstantiation and the sacra...