An Open Letter on Translating

The writer responds to queries about his translation of the Scriptures, defending the rendering of a Pauline phrase by explaining the rationale for including the adverb alone and rejecting accusations of mistranslation. He outlines his methods, the difficulty of rendering Greek and Hebrew into vernacular German, and rebuts critics who attack or pilfer his work. The letter also addresses theological controversy over the intercession of departed saints, criticizes scholastic opponents for incompetence while asserting his own linguistic and exegetical competence, and urges readers to seek proper understanding of Scripture for the common good.