lutheran

• Die lutherische Kirche oder den Lutheranismus betreffend, eine protestantische christliche Konfession, die auf den Lehren Martin Luthers basiert.

Relating to the Protestant Christian denomination based on the teachings of Martin Luther.

1. Relating to Martin LutherB2formal

   Of or pertaining to Martin Luther, the 16th-century German theologian, or his religious teachings.

   Lutherisch

   • The Lutheran Reformation began in the early 1500s.
   • He studied Lutheran theology at the university.
   • The church follows Lutheran principles based on Luther's writings.

2. Relating to the Lutheran ChurchB2formal

   Of or pertaining to the branch of the Protestant Church that adheres to the views of Martin Luther.

   lutherisch

   • She was raised in a Lutheran family.
   • The Lutheran service included hymns and a sermon.
   • Many Lutheran churches are active in community outreach programs.

• Substantiv, das einen Anhänger oder Angehörigen des Luthertums bezeichnet, einer großen protestantischen Konfession, die auf die Lehre Martin Luthers zurückgeht.

A noun referring to a follower or adherent of Lutheranism, a major branch of Protestant Christianity that originated from the teachings of Martin Luther.

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1. Follower of LutheranismB1formal

   A person who adheres to the doctrines and practices of Lutheranism, a major branch of Protestant Christianity that originated from the teachings of Martin Luther.

   Anhänger des Luthertums

   • Many Swedish immigrants who settled in the Midwest were devout Lutherans.
   • The local Lutheran held a potluck dinner after the service.
   • As a lifelong Lutheran, she actively participates in church activities.
   • The congregation of Lutherans gathered to celebrate Reformation Sunday.