Course Summary
Explore the life and impact of Martin Luther, one of the most important figures in Western history, through this course.Key Learning Points
- Learn about Martin Luther's life and how he challenged the Catholic Church
- Understand the political and social context of Luther's time
- Examine the lasting impact of Luther's ideas on Western society
Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have
- USA: $55,000-$85,000
- India: INR 600,000-INR 1,000,000
- Spain: €24,000-€40,000
- USA: $55,000-$85,000
- India: INR 600,000-INR 1,000,000
- Spain: €24,000-€40,000
- USA: $60,000-$120,000
- India: INR 500,000-INR 1,500,000
- Spain: €30,000-€60,000
- USA: $55,000-$85,000
- India: INR 600,000-INR 1,000,000
- Spain: €24,000-€40,000
- USA: $60,000-$120,000
- India: INR 500,000-INR 1,500,000
- Spain: €30,000-€60,000
- USA: $40,000-$80,000
- India: INR 400,000-INR 800,000
- Spain: €18,000-€36,000
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the life and ideas of Martin Luther
- Analyze the social and political context of the Reformation
- Appreciate the lasting impact of Luther's ideas on Western society
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Interest in history and religion
- Basic knowledge of Western civilization
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online, self-paced
- Video lectures and readings
- Quizzes and assignments
Similar Courses
- The History of Christianity: From the Disciples to the Reformation
- The Reformation: History, Theology, and Impact
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Timothy George
- Alec Ryrie
Related Books
Description
In this course we will discuss the history of some ideas that have been hugely influential in the modern west and that were taken out to the rest of the world. The discussion centers on an extraordinary and historically important figure, a sixteenth century German man named Martin Luther. Luther is recognized today as the originator of many of the most significant ideas that continue to affect and shape who we as modern people are and how we see the world and ourselves for better and for worse.
Outline
- Luther, the Bible, and Antijudaism - Part 1
- What is this Course About?
- Learning Objectives
- How to Talk About Religion
- Introduction to Luther and the Bible
- Luther’s Translation of the Bible
- Christ in the Bible
- Law and Gospel
- Christ in the Old Testament
- Course Contributors
- Copyright Permissions & Works Cited
- Lecture 1 Supplemental Reading
- Lecture 2 Supplemental Reading
- Lecture 3 Supplemental Reading
- Lecture 4 Guided Reading
- Lecture 4 Supplemental Reading
- Lecture 5 Guided Reading
- Lecture 5 Supplemental Reading
- Lecture 2
- Lecture 3
- Lecture 5
- Luther, the Bible, and Antijudaism - Part 2
- Luther and Anti-Judaism
- Luther, the Old Testament, and Anti-Judaism
- Lutheran Theologians and Antisemitism in Nazi Germany
- The Bible and Its Literal Sense
- Luther and Spinoza on Genesis
- Spinoza and the Tractatus
- Lecture 6 Supplemental Reading
- Lecture 7 Supplemental Reading
- Lecture 8 Supplemental Reading
- Lecture 9 Supplemental Reading
- Lecture 10 Supplemental Reading
- Lecture 11 Supplemental Reading
- Lecture 7
- Lecture 10
- Freedom: Self and Community - Part 1
- Luther the Urban Legend
- Key Moments in Luther's Life
- Luther and Freedom: What's in a Name?
- Freedom and the Individual
- Christ and Freedom
- Lecture 12 Supplemental Reading
- Lecture 13 Supplemental Movie
- Lecture 13 Supplemental Reading
- Lecture 14 Supplemental Reading
- Lecture 15 Guided Reading
- Lecture 15 Supplemental Reading
- Lecture 16 Guided Reading
- Lecture 16 Supplemental Reading
- Lecture 12
- Lecture 13
- Lecture 14
- Lecture 16
- Freedom: Self and Community - Part 2
- Kant and Freedom
- Kant and the Bible
- Kant and Morality
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Theologian of Freedom
- King and the Inner and Outer Distinction
- Freedom and Love
- Lecture 17 Supplemental Reading
- Lesson 18 Guided Reading
- Lecture 18 Supplemental Reading
- Lecture 19 Guided Reading
- Lecture 20 Supplemental Reading
- Lecture 21 Supplemental Reading
- Lecture 22 Supplemental Reading
- Lecture 17
- Lecture 18
- Lecture 19
- Lecture 20
- Lecture 22
- Religion and Politics: The Two Swords - Part 1
- Introduction to Modernity
- Luther on Vocation and Community
- Christendom and the Holy Roman Empire
- The Two Swords
- Luther and Church Reform
- Lecture 23 Supplemental Reading
- Lecture 24 Supplemental Reading
- Lecture 25 Supplemental Reading
- Lecture 26: Supplemental Reading
- Lecture 27: Supplemental Reading
- Lecture 24
- Lecture 26
- Lecture 27
- Religion and Politics: The Two Swords - Part 2
- Money in the World
- Money in the Church
- Luther’s Reform of Marriage
- Luther’s Reform of Sex
- Art
- Music
- Lecture 28 Guided Reading
- Lecture 29 Supplemental Reading
- Lecture 30 Guided Reading
- Lecture 30 Supplemental Reading
- Lecture 32 Guided Reflection
- Lecture 32 Supplemental Reading
- Lecture 33 Supplemental Reading
- Thank You!
- Lecture 28
- Lecture 29
- Lecture 30
- Lecture 31
- Lecture 33
Summary of User Reviews
Discover the impact of Martin Luther on Western society and religion in this insightful course on Coursera. Users highly recommend this course for its in-depth analysis, engaging lecturers, and well-structured curriculum.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Many users thought the course was well-structured and easy to follow.Pros from User Reviews
- Engaging and knowledgeable lecturers
- In-depth analysis of Martin Luther's influence on religion and society
- Well-structured and easy to follow curriculum
- Access to additional resources and materials
- Interactive discussion forums for students
Cons from User Reviews
- Lengthy lectures may be overwhelming for some users
- Some users found the course to be too focused on religious aspects
- Course may not be suitable for those with limited knowledge of European history
- Assessments may be challenging for some users
- Discussion forums can be difficult to navigate
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