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 strengthen you through His own Spirit in Christ, and not in Herzog George. For Christ lives — Herzog George dies. This is certain, and will soon be proved. Amen. MARTIN LUTHER. (De Wette.)

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TO NICOLAS HAUSMANN

Luther congratulates him on his settlement in Dessau.

November 6, 1532.

Grace and peace! I have allowed this letter to lie so long, dearest Hausmann, hoping to get it sent away any hour, but Aurelius always said he had no reliable messenger, till in my absence the ink-bottle was spilt over it, as you see. Pray forgive this. For the rest, thank Christ who permitted you to reach your destination in good health, and receive a gracious reception from the Prince. Thank him from me, not so much for the wild boar as for his love to God’s Word, which is a remarkable trait in this great hero. Commend me to God in your prayers, and afterwards to this excellent Prince.

I have invited Justus Jonas, Philip, Pommer, and Cruciger to dine with me as you wished, to celebrate the birthday of St. Martin, of Martin the son, and Martin the father. Would that you, too, could be present. There is nothing new here, except that, by the Prince’s command, the church visitation will begin anew, and Justus Jonas is one of those chosen.

Afterwards the sequestration will be set about in earnest, and I fear it will be too stringent. May our dear Lord cause it all to turn out for good.

Amen. MARTIN LUTHER. (Walch, 5:21. 1400.)

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TO JONAS VON STOCKHAUSEN Luther counsels him how to combat his satiety of life.

November 27, 1532.

Grace and peace in Christ! Dear sir and friend — Good