| Author |
Ohorn, Anton, 1846-1924 |
| Title |
Mein Weg zu Martin Luther
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| Series Title |
Warum evangelisch?
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 64.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Mein Weg zu Martin Luther" by Anton Ohorn is a personal narrative reflecting on faith and religious transition, written in the early 20th century. This biographical work explores the author's journey from Catholic monastic life to embracing the principles of Martin Luther and the Protestant Reformation. Ohorn's account provides insight into his struggles with faith, the rigidity of clerical life, and his eventual awakening to a more personal interpretation of Christianity. In this narrative, Ohorn recounts his experiences as a young novice in a Premonstratensian monastery, where he grapples with the expectations imposed by his upbringing and the realities of religious life. Through a series of contemplative reflections, he details the conflicts and disillusionments he faced, particularly regarding the authority of the Church and the validity of traditional practices such as confession and saint veneration. The turning point in his journey comes with the realization of Martin Luther's significance and the desire for a more direct relationship with God, culminating in his decision to leave the monastery and convert to Protestantism. Ultimately, the book serves as both a personal testimony and a broader commentary on the challenges of faith in a changing religious landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
German |
| LoC Class |
BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements
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| Subject |
Ohorn, Anton, 1846-1924
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
64523 |
| Release Date |
Feb 12, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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