Martin Luther was a Catholic monk, born in 1483 and died in 1546. Martin Luther was originally discomforted and challenged the Roman Catholic Church because the Church was selling indulgences, or a way to buy yourself into heaven. Martin believed that the Church was wrong in doing this, and sent a letter explaining himself. “He was troubled by the selling of indulgences so he mailed a letter to the Archbishop of Mainz to explain his position.” He strongly believed, at first, that the message the church was trying to send was not just to gain money, but one of much more spiritual value too. However, once he researched more, and looked into the topic, he realized what the church was really trying to accomplish.
I believe, at first, that his intentions were for the good of the people. At first, he was very polite, almost timid, but after he had gained a following, and after many people were supporting him, he became more powerful, and more strong in his words. He was supported by the people, so he decided to try harder for them and make a lasting impression. I also believe that Martin was more concerned with spiritual reforms in the church than with the peasants. First, Luther was more involved with the church long-term, and that was his life mission. The peasants just became to be a greater issue once he had given that document, the An Admonition to Peace. The peasants decided to revolt against the church, and Luther decided to take care of it quickly, to keep the peace and the church alive. When he issued the Against the Murderous, Thieving Peasants, it became clear where he was placed in the matter.
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