Body and Gender in Martin Luther's Anthropology (1520-1530)

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Focusing on Martin Luther's perspective during the tumultuous 1520s, Sini Mikkola explores themes of bodiliness, gender, sexuality, and power. The analysis reveals how Luther established norms and expectations surrounding femininity and masculinity, influenced by his self-narratives and interactions with others. While he reinforced a standardized gender system with its hierarchies, Mikkola highlights that his discussions on gender also allowed for adaptations and developments, reflecting the complexities of his views in a changing historical context.