Luther's Reformation

Luther’s Reformation was a 16th-century movement that challenged the Catholic Church’s practices and teachings. Martin Luther, a German monk, criticized the Church’s sale of indulgences and its authority, advocating for faith and Scripture as the primary sources of religious truth. His actions, including posting his Ninety-five Theses in 1517, sparked widespread debate and led to the development of Protestant churches. The Reformation profoundly changed Christianity, encouraging people to read the Bible personally, reform church practices, and understand faith as a personal relationship with God rather than solely through church intermediaries.