The Contribution to the History of Ideas Embedded in Martin Luther's Textual Interpretation of the Psalms

Abstract

Interpretive studies of the Psalms have frequently prioritized their literary aspects, often relegating the theological and philosophical dimensions to secondary importance. Concurrently, Martin Luther's theological insights and his exegesis of the Psalms have frequently been overlooked and marginalized. This paper aims to focus on Luther's interpretation of the Psalms, delving deeply into the profound philosophical and theological insights inherent in what he termed "Theology of the Cross." Furthermore, we will examine how contemporary thinkers such as Martin Heidegger and Karl Barth have exalted and revitalized Luther's "Theology of the Cross." This study will elucidate the significant value of Luther's interpretation of the Psalms and its important contribution to contemporary thought. It will also argue that Luther's ideas should not be confined narrowly to Reformation history but should be recognized for their relevance in the realm of contemporary cutting-edge thought.

Keywords

Martin Luther / Psalms / Theology of the Cross / Paradoxes / "Relational" Truths

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