Topical Encyclopedia The term "Reformation" primarily refers to the 16th-century religious movement that led to the establishment of Protestantism and significant changes within the Christian Church. This movement sought to address and rectify various doctrinal and ecclesiastical issues perceived as corrupt or unbiblical within the Roman Catholic Church. Key figures in the Reformation include Martin Luther, John Calvin, and Huldrych Zwingli, among others.Biblical Foundations The Reformation was deeply rooted in a return to the authority of Scripture, encapsulated in the principle of sola scriptura—Scripture alone as the ultimate authority in matters of faith and practice. Reformers emphasized the need for personal engagement with the Bible, advocating for translations into vernacular languages so that all believers could access God's Word directly. This principle is reflected in passages such as 2 Timothy 3:16-17 : "All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be complete, fully equipped for every good work." Justification by Faith A central theological tenet of the Reformation was sola fide, or justification by faith alone. This doctrine asserts that salvation is a gift from God, received through faith in Jesus Christ, rather than through human works or merit. This is grounded in passages like Ephesians 2:8-9 : "For it is by grace you have been saved through faith, and this not from yourselves; it is the gift of God, not by works, so that no one can boast." Priesthood of All Believers The Reformation also championed the concept of the "priesthood of all believers," which posits that every Christian has direct access to God without the need for an intermediary priesthood. This idea is supported by 1 Peter 2:9 : "But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession, to proclaim the virtues of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light." Impact on Church Practices The Reformation led to significant changes in church practices and governance. It challenged the authority of the papacy and the hierarchical structure of the Catholic Church, advocating for a return to simpler, more biblically-based forms of worship and church organization. This included the rejection of certain sacraments and rituals not explicitly found in Scripture, as well as a focus on preaching and teaching the Word of God. Legacy The Reformation's impact is profound and enduring, leading to the establishment of various Protestant denominations and influencing theological thought, church practices, and the broader cultural landscape. It underscored the importance of Scripture, faith, and grace, shaping the course of Christianity and its expression in the modern world. Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary 1. (n.) The act of reforming, or the state of being reformed; change from worse to better; correction or amendment of life, manners, or of anything vicious or corrupt; as, the reformation of manners; reformation of the age; reformation of abuses.2. (n.) Specifically (Eccl. Hist.), the important religious movement commenced by Luther early in the sixteenth century, which resulted in the formation of the various Protestant churches. International Standard Bible Encyclopedia REFORMATIONref-or-ma'-shun: The word is found only in Hebrews 9:10, being the translation of diorthosis, in its only occurrence. This Greek word means etymologically "making straight," and was used of restoring to the normally straight condition that which is crooked or bent. In this passage it means the rectification of conditions, setting things to rights, and is a description of the Messianic time. Greek 1357. diorthosis -- a correction, a reform ... Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration: diorthosis Phonetic Spelling: (dee-or'-tho-sis) Short Definition: improvement, reformation Definition: amendment ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/1357.htm - 6k 1882. epanorthosis -- correction 1357b. diorthosis -- a making straight, rectification 3341. metanoia -- change of mind, repentance Library First Principles of the Reformation John Knox and the Reformation Reformation. A Godly Reformation The Pulpit Of The Reformation, Nos. 1, 2 and 3. The Reformation in Scotland. The English Reformation. Reformation The French Reformation. The Reformation. Thesaurus Reformation (24 Occurrences)... of being reformed; change from worse to better; correction or amendment of life, manners, or of anything vicious or corrupt; as, the reformation of manners ... /r/reformation.htm - 14k Reformed (5 Occurrences) Commentaries Molech (16 Occurrences) Moloch (2 Occurrences) Reform (28 Occurrences) Predestination Micah (54 Occurrences) Levites (267 Occurrences) Priests (451 Occurrences) Resources What is the New Apostolic Reformation? | GotQuestions.orgIs the Last Reformation movement biblical? | GotQuestions.org What was the Counter-Reformation? | GotQuestions.org Reformation: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Reformation (24 Occurrences)Matthew 3:8 Matthew 3:11 Matthew 9:13 Mark 1:4 Mark 2:17 Luke 3:3 Luke 3:8 Luke 5:32 Luke 15:7 Luke 24:47 Acts 5:31 Acts 11:18 Acts 13:24 Acts 19:4 Acts 20:21 Acts 26:20 Romans 2:4 2 Corinthians 7:9 2 Corinthians 7:10 Hebrews 6:1 Hebrews 6:6 Hebrews 9:10 Hebrews 12:17 2 Peter 3:9 Subtopics Related Terms |
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