In the Chapter Feature, "The Written Record: Martin Luther's Address

question 68

Multiple Choice

In the chapter feature, "The Written Record: Martin Luther's Address to the Christian Nobility of the German Nations," which of the following is not one of his criticisms?

• A) Separation of temporal and spiritual states was created for the benefit of the church alone.
• B) True Christians are not judged or made by shaving heads, special garb, or other Christian acts.
• C) Only the pope is the master of the Holy Scriptures
• D) The priest in Christendom is merely an office holder.
• E) Christians in good faith have the ability to judge what is right or wrong in matters of faith

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Definitions:

Avoidance

A psychological mechanism or behavior aimed at steering clear from a specific stimulus or situation due to its perceived negative consequences.

Status Quo Bias

A cognitive bias that favors existing conditions or states of affairs, leading individuals to resist change.

Omission Bias

The tendency to judge harmful actions as worse, or less moral, than equally harmful omissions (inactions).

Decision Avoidance

The phenomenon where an individual or group deliberately chooses not to make a decision, often to avoid responsibility or negative outcomes.