Historical Figure

Martin Luther

German priest, theologian and author (1483–1546)

Born: 1483 CE · Died: 1546 CENationality: Holy Roman Empire

About Martin Luther

Martin Luther was a German priest, theologian, author, hymnwriter, professor, and former Augustinian friar. Luther was the seminal figure of the Protestant Reformation, and his theological beliefs form the basis of Lutheranism. He is considered one of the most influential figures in Western and Christian history.Wikipedia ↗

Associated Events

Revolution1517 CE – 1648 CE

Protestant Reformation

Martin Luther's Ninety-Five Theses (1517) challenged Catholic Church authority over indulgences, sparking a religious upheaval that permanently divided Western Christianity into Catholic and Protestant branches.