Luther Bible (Martin Luther)

The Luther Bible, translated by Martin Luther in the early 16th century, was a landmark Bible translation into German. Luther aimed to make the Scriptures accessible to ordinary people, encouraging personal understanding and faith. His translation drew from original Hebrew and Greek texts, and it helped standardize the German language. The Luther Bible played a crucial role in the Protestant Reformation, fostering individual engagement with the Bible and challenging church authorities. Its clarity and literary quality have made it a foundational text in German-speaking Christian communities, influencing both religious practice and the German language itself.