Martin Luther
Martin Luther was a German theologian and religious reformer, best known for initiating the Protestant Reformation in the 16th century. His critical stance against the sale of indulgences, encapsulated in his '95 Theses', challenged the practices of the Catholic Church and led to significant religious and political upheaval in Europe.
Born on Feb 10, 1483 (542 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 7,911 | $700,000 | 640$ |
| Liberia | 1 | 9.00 | 0.33% | +0% | 5,057,681 | 16,747 | $3,000 | 10$ |
| Totals | 2 | 13,712,303 | 24,658 | $703,000 | 650$ |
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Liberia:
Monnoh highlighted figures such as Martin Luther of Germany, who challenged religious corruption by posting his 99 theses.
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Switzerland:
Martin Luther sought to replace the Catholic veneration of St. Nicholas with a focus on Christmas giving.
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Peru:
Martin Luther was a German monk and the initiator of the Protestant Reformation.
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Romania:
Martin Luther was the first Protestant reformer whose reforms led to the birth of the Evangelical-Lutheran Church.
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Norway:
Martin Luther was the first to publicly express his anger towards Jews through his book 'Die Juden und Ihre Lügen' in 1543.
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Estonia:
Martin Luther demanded reforms in the Catholic Church on October 31, 1517.
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Slovenia:
Martin Luther's 95 theses sparked the Reformation movement in the 16th century.
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Germany:
Martin Luther is known for his 95 Theses, which he allegedly nailed to the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg in 1517.
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Romania:
Martin Luther was interrogated by Cardinal Thomas Cajetan regarding his 95 theses.
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Sweden:
Martin Luther emphasized the importance of quality work as a way to serve God.
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