Martin Luther and Lutheran Reformation

Table of Content

Introduction3

Discussion4

History of Lutheranism4

Abuse of Indulgences5

Protestant Reformation7

Evangelical Discovery7

Ninety Five Theses8

Reaction to the Lutheran Reformation and Ninety Five Theses9

Conclusion10

Martin Luther and Lutheran Reformation

Introduction

There are few men in history who have not only lived a purposeful life in their own times, but also served others in finding the real meaning of life. These men are forever treasured and valued whenever we examine the history. They are the ones who from history through their historic deeds. They touch our hearts and forever remain in our prayers for what they have done to the humanity. History shows that these men did not always have the best of everything, yet they made the most of whatever little they had and thanked God for it. They are the souls whose spiritualism remains confided even the most trying of times. They are the ones who leave their footprints on the sands of time. They do not just live life for themselves but hope and endeavor to make it a better place for succeeding generations. Such was a man named Martin Luther. History still remembers him as a Christian theologian and Augustinian monk who inspired the Protestant reforms and became a memorable figure in the Christian history. His works not only inspired his peers but serve to be a benchmark for his followers.

This paper aims to look into the life of Martin Luther, examine the factors that made him what he was, and throw light on the Lutheran Reformation that deeply influenced the doctrines of Christian traditions and made a change in the world for all good reasons. Martin Luther was called the “Father of the Reformation” because he strongly condemned the Catholic Church's sale of indulgences. He noticed a discrepancy between the teachings of bible and actual practices in the church and brought this matter to light by spreading his teachings of faith despite the fact that his sermons were condemned and even he was threatened by most. It was he who started the Reform movement and renewed the Christian tradition. He wrote several writings and sermons that are popular till date. His work stressed the doctrine of justification thorough the strengths of faith and conviction. It was due to this reason that Lutheranism rapidly spread around the world and throughout Germany which were followed by many other movements across Europe. Luther's writings and speeches have undergone radical changes during the course of his life. His life can be subdivided into four main sections. The first stage is that of Luther's childhood, his university days and his time as an Augustinian monk which includes his search for religious understanding identified before. Luther was later a professor at Wittenberg University. When he finally reached the understanding, he sees the faulty practices that had been practiced in the churches. His was furious and committed towards bringing a positive change. He sought against abuses in the church and solved aggressive reactions. He was determined to change the malpractices and bring a ...