Martin Luther and his objections to the Catholic faith that led to the Reformation. Also, differences between the Lutheran and Catholic faiths and the teaching of Luther.
A history of Martin Luther's reformation efforts against the Catholic Church. Martin Luther was a huge figure in religious history. His ideas led to the formation of the Protestant movement and religion, which has since broken into many different types of churches. Luther was unhappy with the 13th century Catholic Church because he felt it had strayed too far from authentic Christianity, especially in the use of indulgences to forgive sins in exchange for money.
Discusses Martin Luther and the protestant Reformation. Describes Luther's Ninety-five thesis, challenging certain practices of faith. Examines Luther's effect on world religion.
Martin Luther's ideas stirred the Protestant Reformation by challenging what was then the sacred and ideal views of the Catholic Church. By challenging these views with great persistence and a determined attitude, he sparked a new life into Christianity and into the people who practiced the Christian faith.
