Martin Luther: Man Behind the Protestant Reformation

Martin Luther, the German monk, theologian, university professor, Father of Protestantism, and church reformer whose ideas influenced the Protestant Reformation and changed the course of Western civilization. The Ninety-five Theses were written by Luther on the Power of Indulgences and posted on the door of the castle church in Wittenberg, Europe. Further on was the move into what is called the Modern Era. He challenged the role of the papacy and the importance of priesthood as well as debating what was the true path to salvation. Luther translated the bible into German, wrote sermons on Christian life and is credited with beginning the Protestant Reformation.
Luther found that his teachings diverged increasingly from the traditional beliefs of the Roman church. His studies had led him to the conclusion that Christ was the sole mediator between God and man and that forgiveness of sin and salvation are affected by God's Grace alone and are received by faith alone on the part of man. This point of view turned him against scholastic theology, which had emphasized man's role in his own salvation, and against many church practices that emphasized justification by good works. His approach to theology soon led to a clash between Luther and church officials, precipitating the dramatic events of the Reformation.
When the monk, Martin Luther, posted his 95 theses on the church door at Wittenberg in 1517, he started a movement of protesters, who wanted to celebrate Christianity as they saw fit. They believed the Christian church to be corrupt and too preoccupied with secular (worldly) matters. Copies of Martin Luther’s 95 theses, printed of the printing press were passed all around Western Europe, and the Protestant Reformation was begun. It was with the printing press that spread the new information and ideas across Europe, constantly engaged in thought provoking conversations and debates. Thus leading to mass amounts of people widespread to begin to question and create a...