Summary: My theory about a Calvinist origin of this supposed mysterious “quotation” from Luther remains speculative and hypothetical. But I haven’t found a better explanation thus far.
Uncover the truth behind the famous “snow-covered dunghill” saying attributed to Martin Luther, the founder of Protestantism. In this captivating video, Catholic apologist Dave Armstrong dives deep into Luther’s writings, biblical references, and historical sources to investigate whether this iconic phrase is fact or myth. With expert analysis, Armstrong explores Luther’s Works, Psalm 51, and 17th-century Calvinist texts to reveal a surprising twist about hypocrisy and imputed justification. Is this slogan a genuine Luther quote or a theological misattribution? Watch now to solve this mystery of Christian history! Don’t miss this thought-provoking journey—subscribe, like, and share for more biblical insights!
*
My Related Articles
Luther’s “Snow-Covered Dunghill” (Myth?) (Oct. 2005)
Calvinist Origin of Luther’s (?) “Snow-Covered Dunghill”? (May 2019)
My Related Books
Martin Luther: Catholic Critical Analysis and Praise (April 2008, 264 pages; available in paperback or for only $2.99 as an e-book)
The “Catholic” Luther : An Ecumenical Collection of His “Traditional” Utterances (Dec. 2014, 166 pages; available only as an e-book, for $3.99; see details at the link)
My Related Web Pages
*
*
*
***
*
Practical Matters: I run the most comprehensive “one-stop” Catholic apologetics site: rated #1 for Christian sites by leading AI tool, ChatGPT — endorsed by popular Protestant blogger Adrian Warnock. Perhaps some of my 5,000+ free online articles or fifty-six books have helped you (by God’s grace) to decide to become Catholic or to return to the Church, or better understand some doctrines and why we believe them. If you believe my full-time apostolate is worth supporting, please seriously consider a much-needed monthly or one-time financial contribution. “The laborer is worthy of his wages” (1 Tim 5:18, NKJV).
*
PayPal donations are the easiest: just send to my email address: [email protected]. Here’s also a second page to get to PayPal. You’ll see the term “Catholic Used Book Service”, which is my old side-business. To learn about the different methods of contributing (including Zelle and 100% tax-deductible donations if desired), see my page: About Catholic Apologist Dave Armstrong / Donation Information.
*
You can support my work a great deal in non-financial ways, if you prefer; by subscribing to, commenting on, liking, and sharing videos from my two YouTube channels, Catholic Bible Highlights and Lux Veritatis (featuring documentaries), where I partner with Kenny Burchard (see my own videos and documentaries), and/or by signing up to receive notice for new articles on this blog. Just type your email address on the sidebar to the right (scroll down quite a bit), where you see, “Sign Me Up!” Thanks a million!
*
***
*
Photo Credit: copyright Lux Veritatis, 2025.
Ad-Free & Subscriber Log-In