Martin Luther

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Martin Luther born?November 10, 1483
2. Where was Martin Luther born?Eisleben, Saxony, Holy Roman Empire
3. What is Martin Luther known for?Seminal figure of the Protestant Reformation, theologian, author, hymnwriter
4. What is the major publication?Ninety-five Theses (1517)
5. What is the death?February 18, 1546

Protestant Reformation: A 16th-century religious movement that led to the creation of Protestant churches separate from the Roman Catholic Church.
Papal Authority: The supreme power and authority claimed by the Pope as the head of the Roman Catholic Church.
Vernacular Language: The language or dialect spoken by the ordinary people in a particular country or region.
Theological: Relating to the study of the nature of God and religious belief.