Christianity Figures
Martin Luther
Luther's protest against late medieval church practices became a turning point in Western Christianity.
Notable contribution
Catalyzed the Protestant Reformation and reshaped Christian debates over authority, grace, scripture, and church reform.
Profile notes
- His arguments emphasized justification by faith and the authority of scripture.
- His German Bible influenced religious life, literacy, and the German language.
- The movements associated with his reforms reshaped European religion, politics, and education.