C.F.W. Walther in English on the World Wide Web

Abstract

This annotated bibliography by Daniel A. Witte catalogs hundreds of online English translations of works by C. F. W. Walther (1811–1887), a foundational theologian of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Organized alphabetically and thematically, the document provides direct hyperlinks to sermons, essays, doctrinal theses, prayers, addresses, and devotional writings. It includes multiple translations of key texts such as “Church and Ministry,” “Law and Gospel,” and “Theses on Communion Fellowship.” Witte also references print editions, scholarly reviews, and historical context, offering a rich resource for pastors, scholars, and lay readers. The bibliography emphasizes Walther’s enduring theological influence and the accessibility of his works online. It concludes with appendices highlighting lesser-known sermon collections and a powerful excerpt on the resurrection. This guide serves as a gateway to Walther’s legacy and a tool for confessional Lutheran study.

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