Martin luther

Martin Luther: A seminal figure in the Protestant Reformation, known for his 95 Theses which challenged the practices of the Catholic Church. 

Early Life

• Born on November 10, 1483, in Eisleben, Germany.

• Studied law but later joined a monastery to become a monk.

• Earned a doctorate in theology and became a professor at the University of Wittenberg.

Key Events

• 1517: Wrote and published the 95 Theses, criticizing the Catholic Church’s sale of indulgences.

• 1521: Was excommunicated by the Pope and summoned to the Diet of Worms, where he refused to recant his beliefs.

• Translated the Bible into German, making it accessible to common people.

Accomplishments

• Founder of the Protestant Reformation, leading to the creation of various Protestant denominations.

• Promoted the idea of salvation by faith alone, reshaping Christian theology.

• His work laid the foundation for religious reforms across Europe.