Ninety-Five Theses
Definition
The Ninety-Five Theses were a list of statements written by Martin Luther criticizing various practices within the Catholic Church. They were posted on the door of All Saints' Church in Wittenberg, Germany in 1517.
Analogy
Imagine someone posting an open letter on social media pointing out all the flaws and injustices they see happening around them. In this case, Martin Luther used church doors instead of social media to share his grievances with society.
Related terms
Indulgences: One of the key issues addressed in Luther's Ninety-Five Theses was the sale of indulgences by the Catholic Church.
Papal Bull Exsurge Domine: A papal bull issued by Pope Leo X condemning Martin Luther's teachings.
Diet of Worms: A meeting held in Worms, Germany where Martin Luther defended his beliefs before Emperor Charles V and other political leaders.
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Practice Questions (14)
Who used the printing press to produce copies of his Ninety-five Theses?
Who was primarily targeted by Martin Luther's Ninety-Five Theses during the Protestant Reformation?
How did Martin Luther’s Ninety-Five Theses contribute to political changes during the Reformation?
How did Martin Luther's Ninety-Five Theses affect the long-term religious landscape of Europe?
In which year did Martin Luther nail his Ninety-Five Theses to the church door in Wittenberg?
What was Martin Luther's primary purpose in writing his Ninety-Five Theses?
How might Martin Luther’s historical situation have limited his perspective in his Ninety-Five Theses?
How did Martin Luther's Ninety-Five Theses affect religious practices in Europe?
Which major conflict resulted from religious tensions following Martin Luther’s nailing of his Ninety-Five Theses to the door of All Saints' Church in Wittenberg?
When did Martin Luther post his Ninety-Five Theses to spark religious reformation in Europe?
What was one major result of Martin Luther's Ninety-Five Theses during the Reformation?
When did Martin Luther post his Ninety-Five Theses , triggering the Protestant Reformation.?
What year did Martin Luther publish his Ninety-Five Theses, which were widely disseminated due to the printing press?
Which institution did Martin Luther primarily challenge with his Ninety-Five Theses?
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