Lutheran vs. Presbyterian — What's the Difference?

Of or relating to the religious doctrines of Martin Luther, especially the doctrine of justification by faith alone.

Of or relating to ecclesiastical government by presbyters.

Of or relating to the Protestant denomination adhering to these doctrines.

Presbyterian Of or relating to a Presbyterian Church.

A member of the Lutheran Church.

A member or an adherent of a Presbyterian Church.

Of or pertaining to Luther; adhering to the doctrines of Luther or the Lutheran Church.

Of or pertaining to a presbyter, or to ecclesiastical government by presbyters; relating to those who uphold church government by presbyters; also, to the doctrine, discipline, and worship of a communion so governed.

One who accepts or adheres to the doctrines of Luther or the Lutheran Church.

Of or pertaining to a presbyter, or to ecclesiastical government by presbyters; relating to those who uphold church government by presbyters; also, to the doctrine, discipline, and worship of a communion so governed.

Follower of Lutheranism

One who maintains the validity of ordination and government by presbyters; a member of the Presbyterian church.

Of or pertaining to Martin Luther or his teachings;

A follower of Calvinism as taught in the Presbyterian Church

Of or pertaining to or characteristic of the branch of the Protestant Church adhering to the views of Luther;