Das Ellternn die Kinder zůr Ehe nicht zwinge[n] nach hindern vnd die Kinder on der Elltern willen sich nicht verloben sollenn
Summary: Parental consent was an issue during the Reformation. Catholic orthodoxy demanded parental consent of the bridal couple as it impacted property. Luther saw value in both sides, arguing that while parents ought not to be able to compel children to marry or prevent weddings, the children ought to seek their parents' consent.
Signatures: A⁴ B² (B2 verso blank)
Imprint: from Benzing.
Illustrative and Decorative Content: Title within woodcut border.
Luther, Martin, 1483-1546
Gastel, Jörg, active 1523-1540
German
Marriage
Parental consent
Sixteenth century
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