On the establishment of a consistory and the concilium.
Manuscript in Aurifaber, vol. III, p. 383. Printed from the collection of Sagittarius at Jena in Schütze, vol. I, p. 231 and in De Wette, vol. V, p. 510.
Grace and peace in patience and in the love of Christ! Certainly, as much as is in me, I persevere, urge and complain to my court that the consistory and the theological lection be established with you, for your consistory is very necessary also for the churches, and very conveniently located. But so far wars and unrest have been obstructive; they have indeed promised that they will act soon. May God prosper with His blessing and hinder Satan who opposes it.
It is said that the Concilium has progressed, but so darkly and contemptuously that the end of the
We will be a mockery to them, and our sins and impenitence because of our transgressions will greatly help. God have mercy on us. More at another time. The messenger hurried. Fare well in the Lord.
On Thursday after Elizabeth [Nov. 23].
Anno 1542.
Dell. Martin Luther.
No. 2964.