Question

Give an account of Martin Luther’s criticism of the church.

Answer 1

Instructions:

• Introduce Martin Luther
• Elaborate on his activities

Solution:

• German monk Martin Luther was a theologian and professor.
• In 1517, Martin Luther wrote 95 theses criticising the practices and rituals of the Roman Catholic church.
• He nailed the printed copies of his points to the doors of the Wittenberg church.
• He invited the Catholic Church to debate his ideas. Luther’s writings were reproduced in large numbers which in turn kickstarted the Protestant Reformation.