By utilizing the contributions of a variety of scholars – theologians, historians, and biblical scholars – this book makes the complex and sometimes disparate Anabaptist movement more easily accessible. It does this by outlining Anabaptism's early history during the Reformation of the sixteenth century, its varied and distinctive theological convictions, and its ongoing challenges to and influence on contemporary Christianity. T&T Clark Handbook of Anabaptism comprises four sections: 1) Origins, 2) Doctrine, 3) Influences on Anabaptism, and 4) Contemporary Anabaptism and Relationship to Others. The volume concludes with a chapter on how contemporary Anabaptists interact with the wider Church in all its variety. While some of the authorities within the volume will disagree even with one another regarding Anabaptist origins, emphases on doctrine, and influence in the contemporary world, such differences represent the diversity that constitutes the history of this movement.

500 years ago on October 31, Martin Luther nailed his Ninety-Five Theses to the door of the Wittenberg church. In Luther’s own words, he was “captive to the Word of God,” and this mindset compelled him in his opposition to the teachings of the Roman Catholic leaders. His willingness to step forward was the impetus for a change that revolutionized the church. The six books in this collection explore Luther’s theology and background, covering topics as varied as Lutheran vs Protestant doctrine, Luther’s Catholic roots, Luther’s sacramental theology, Luther’s interpretation of the Bible, and Protestant vs. Catholic theology. The insights you gain from this 500th Reformation Anniversary collection will be immeasurable, whether for ministry or personal Bible study.

This introduction to Martin Luther's sacramental theology addresses a central question in the life of the church and in ecumenical dialogue. Although Luther famously reduced the sacraments from seven to two (baptism and the Lord's Supper), he didn't completely dismiss the others. Instead, he positively recast them as practices in the church. This book explores the medieval church's understanding of the seven sacraments and the Protestant rationale for keeping or eliminating each sacrament. It also explores implications for contemporary theology and worship, helping Protestants imagine ways of reclaiming lost benefits of the seven sacraments.