Publication of Luther's New Testament
- When
- 1521–1522
- Where
- Wartburg Castle
- Episodes
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Martin Luther's New Testament translation, known as the September Bible, was printed in September 1522. This work, produced during his seclusion at Wartburg Castle, marked a decisive moment in German literacy and theological discourse.
Episodes
Background and detail
Translation Process. Luther prepared the translation while sequestered at Wartburg Castle from May 1521 to March 1522. He used a dynamic equivalence approach, drawing on Erasmus' Greek annotations and consulting Philip Melanchthon to revise obscure passages after his return to Wittenberg.
Publication. The New Testament was printed in September 1522, six months after Luther returned to Wittenberg. This edition, often called the September Bible, included only the New Testament and was a significant extension of his previous theological works.
People involved
- Martin Luther · Primary translator and author
- Philip Melanchthon · Greek scholar and assistant
Sources
- Luther Bible Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-27
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