Love Defines What It Means to Be Human (Divine Love Part 4)

In 'On the Freedom of a Christian,' Martin Luther discusses the nature of Christian liberty, emphasizing that Christians are free from the law in terms of salvation but are still bound to serve God and their neighbors willingly. Luther argues that justification by faith alone is central to this freedom, and he distinguishes between the inner, spiritual person who is righteous and free, and the outer, physical person who is subject to external circumstances. The treatise also develops key Reformation doctrines such as the priesthood of all believers and union with Christ[1][2][4].

Published in 1651, 'Leviathan' by Thomas Hobbes is a comprehensive treatise on political philosophy. The book is divided into four main parts: 'Of Man,' 'Of Commonwealth,' 'Of a Christian Commonwealth,' and 'Of the Kingdom of Darkness.' Hobbes argues that the natural state of humans is one of conflict and anarchy, and that the best way to achieve peace and security is through the establishment of a commonwealth governed by an absolute sovereign. This sovereign, which Hobbes terms the 'Leviathan,' has supreme authority over all aspects of governance, including law, religion, and public offices. Hobbes' work is a foundational text in social contract theory and continues to influence political thought to this day.