Martin Luther's Ninety Five Theses by Martin Luther

Disputation on the Power and Efficacy of Indulgences

This seminal work, originally nailed to the door of the Wittenberg Castle Church in 1517, marks a pivotal moment in religious history, challenging the practices of the Catholic Church. It critiques the sale of indulgences and questions the authority of the Pope, advocating for a return to the scriptures as the sole source of divine knowledge. The text ignited the Protestant Reformation, sparking widespread theological debate and reform across Europe, ultimately reshaping the religious landscape and laying the groundwork for modern Christianity.

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