Doctors Quote by Martin Luther
“Let all your preaching be in the most simple and plainest manner; look not to the prince, but to the plain, simple, gross, unlearned people, of which cloth the prince also himself is made. If I, in my preaching, should have regard to Philip Melancthon and other learned doctors, then should I do but little good. I preach in the simplest manner to the unskillful, and that giveth content to all. Hebrew, Greek and Latin I spare until we learned ones come together.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: On the Freedom of a Christian, 1520
Preach plainly to ordinary people, not just scholars, so the message reaches everyone.
In simple terms: Speak simply to reach all, not only the educated.
Key Takeaway
Communicate clearly to all audiences.
Themes
communication
simplicity
accessibility
education
inclusion
humility
Mood
thoughtful
inclusive
practical
Type
inspirational
educational
When to use this quote
- church sermons
- community workshops
- educational materials
- media outreach
Key Concepts
theology
pedagogy
social equality
public discourse
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance simplicity with depth?
- Who benefits most from plain language?
A Different Perspective
Over‑simplification may omit nuance.
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