Intercession for Hans Semler.
The original is found in the Weimar Archives, Reg. C, p. 254. Printed by Burkhardt, p. 301.
2) "Rathschlag von der Kirche eines Ausschusses etlicher Cardinäle" 2c. St. Louis edition, vol. XVI, 1971, no. 1230.
3) "Master Peter Balbierer." See No. 2205.
4) On the title page of the "Rathschlag". "The improved church" will probably be the new improved edition of the "Instruction of the Visitators". St. Louis edition, vol. X, 1628.
Letters from the year 1538. No. 2420 to 2423.
God and peace in Christ. Most illustrious, highborn Prince, most gracious Lord! The Royal Majesty of Denmark has written to me to write for the present Hans Semler to E. C. F. G. and to ask that E. C. F. G. would show him gracious support, whether he could admonish his guilt, 1) as I understand that His Royal Majesty will also write to E. C. F. G.. Therefore, since my support is also desired for this purpose, my humble request is that 2) His Royal Highness would graciously show his support, [which,] as I have no doubt, they already know how to do and are happy to do out of a Christian and princely spirit. Hiemit dem lieben GOtt befehlt, Amen. The other Martii 1538.
E. C. F. G. subservient
Martinus Luther.
No. 2421.