Martin Luther Series

Martin Luther was a German monk and theologian whose writings and reformist ideas profoundly influenced Western civilization. His theology challenged papal authority, asserting the Bible as the sole infallible source of religious truth and all baptized Christians as a spiritual priesthood. Luther believed salvation was a free gift from God, received through repentance and faith in Jesus, unmediated by the church. His translation of the Bible into German made scripture accessible to common people, significantly impacting the German language and culture, as well as inspiring congregational singing and the practice of clerical marriage. His controversial views on certain groups contribute to a complex legacy.