History A-Level
Justification
What Justification means in History A-Level, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Justification
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
The central Lutheran belief that humans are saved by God’s grace through faith in Christ, not by works.
Topics that use Justification
- The development of Lutheranism, 1521–46 (Pearson Edexcel A-Level)
Related terms
- Catechism
- German Mass
- Political authority and obedience
- Princely alliances
- Real Presence
- Reformation and social revolt
- Religious radicalism and order
- Edict of Worms
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