👉 Ecclesiolater is a term used in the context of Christian theology and church history. It refers to a group of individuals who are dedicated to the study, teaching, and worship of the Bible. The term was first used by Martin Luther in his 1534 work "Essai sur la Mère de Dieu" (Essay on the Mother of God), where he described the concept as "the ecclesiolaterians." This group was known for their focus on the