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Augsburg Confession

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The Augsburg Confession is a foundational document of Lutheran beliefs and teachings. It was written in 1530 by Philipp Melanchthon and presented to Emperor Charles V as a defense of Lutheran Christianity against Roman Catholic doctrines. The Augsburg Confession serves as a summary of Lutheran theology and remains an important reference for Lutheran churches around the world.

Sample sentences:

• The Augsburg Confession affirms the doctrine of justification by grace alone through faith.
• Many scholars consider the Augsburg Confession to be a significant milestone in the Protestant Reformation.
• Lutheran churches often base their teachings and practices on the principles outlined in the Augsburg Confession.

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For further exploration of the Augsburg Confession and its significance, you may find the following resources helpful:

• Books about Augsburg Confession
• Historical accounts of the Augsburg Confession
• Lutheran theology books