16th Century Reformers

The 16th-century reformers were religious leaders who challenged and sought to change the Catholic Church’s practices and doctrines, leading to the Protestant Reformation. Key figures like Martin Luther, John Calvin, and Huldrych Zwingli emphasized personal faith, the importance of the Bible, and questioned practices such as indulgences. Their efforts resulted in the formation of new Christian denominations separate from the Catholic Church. This period transformed European Christianity, encouraging individual interpretation of scripture and changing religious, political, and cultural landscapes across the continent.