I thought it was really interesting how Muntzer used scriptural references to justify a call to arms. In referring to passages like "Thou shalt not suffer evildoers to live" and describes instances where God used his power to conquer, but the means was human swords. His call to violent revolt seems incredibly harsh in its "show no pity" approach to reform. It doesn't sit well with me in light of gospel-grace. It seems really extreme to deem those who don't revolt with him "martyrs for the devil"
But at the same time, maybe such a time called for extreme measures.
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As I read through his work I realized he tended to use Biblical references questionably.
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