Dr. C. F. W. Walther
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Dr. C. F. W. Walther
Dr. C.F.W. Walther. Date c1891 Nov. 16
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1. Title: "Dr. C.F.W. Walther (1811-1887): A Pioneering Theologian and Lutheran Leader" Dr. Christian Friedrich Wilhelm Walther, affectionately known as C.F.W. Walther, is depicted in this striking photograph taken on November 16, 1891. Walther was a prominent theologian and leader in the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod, a conservative denomination that emerged from the German Evangelical Lutheran Synod in the United States of America in 1847. Born on March 14, 1811, in Wittenberg, Prussia, Walther immigrated to the United States in 1839, settling in Perry County, Missouri. He was a strong advocate for maintaining the pure doctrine and practice of Lutheranism, and his influence extended beyond the borders of his native Germany. Walther's commitment to the Lutheran faith and his dedication to preserving its traditions inspired a generation of Lutheran leaders. In this image, Walther appears with a serious yet warm expression, dressed in a formal suit and wearing a cross around his neck. His piercing gaze and well-groomed beard give an air of wisdom and authority. The photograph captures the essence of a man who devoted his life to the service of God and the Lutheran Church. Walther's legacy includes the establishment of Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri, in 1839, which remains a significant institution for the training of Lutheran pastors and theologians. He also served as the president of the Missouri Synod from 1847 to 1872, during which time he oversaw the growth and expansion of the denomination. This photograph is a testament to the enduring impact of Dr. C.F.W. Walther on the Lutheran Church and the broader religious landscape of the United States. His unwavering commitment to the Lutheran faith and his leadership in the Missouri Synod continue to inspire and influence generations of Lutheran pastors, theologians, and laypeople.
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