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Martin Luther, German Protestant reformer, 1522
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Martin Luther, German Protestant reformer, 1522
Martin Luther, German Protestant reformer, 1522. Luther (1483-1546) was a major inspiration behind the Reformation. He was excommunicated by Pope Leo IX in 1521 and declared an outlaw at the Diet of Worms. Under the protection of the Elector of Saxony, Luther produced a German translation of the Bible, and he went on to found the Lutheran Protestant Church. After a portrait by Cranach (1520) from the title page of a sermon against the authority of the Church published in 1522
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This print showcases Martin Luther, the influential German Protestant reformer, in 1522. Luther's impact on history cannot be overstated, as he played a pivotal role in inspiring the Reformation. However, his bold actions did not come without consequences. In 1521, Pope Leo IX excommunicated him and declared him an outlaw at the Diet of Worms. Despite these challenges, Luther found protection under the Elector of Saxony and used this time to produce a groundbreaking German translation of the Bible. This translation would go on to shape religious practices for centuries to come and lay the foundation for the Lutheran Protestant Church that Luther himself founded. The portrait captured here is based on Lucas Cranach's work from 1520 and was featured on the title page of one of Luther's sermons challenging church authority published in 1522. The woodcut technique adds depth and character to this image, emphasizing Luther's determination and resolve. As we gaze upon this remarkable print, we are reminded of Martin Luther's unwavering commitment to his beliefs amidst great adversity. His legacy as a monk turned priest turned reformer continues to resonate today within Christianity and beyond.
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