Such is the way of
the world that some odd things follow one from another. Luther's was a slower world with plenty of
time to read, write and question stuff.
But then Luther did something very "un-Lutheran": he questioned authority. In fact, he was apt to tell those, who
claimed they ought to know better than he, that they were full of it. Any young Lutheran, especially with the
parent/child conflict lurking somewhere in the back of his mind, at some time
or another, is perplexed by this rebellion/obedience conundrum. As one is brought up in the Lutheran Church,
a clear subtle and at times not so subtle message that is imprinted on one's
heart is the superior morality of loyalty.
While it is not one of the three virtues of faith, hope and love, it surely must be not far behind.
To Lutherans, particularly if of the German
persuasion, obedience, esteem, and acceptance of authority without too much
backtalk is pretty much standard operating procedure. Irish Lutherans are respectful of
authority--except when they're not.
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