HSC - Christianity: Martin Luther

Question 1

Outline Martin Luther:

Answer 1

• Agustine Monk, took a vow of self disciple and poverty = significant in forming his routes to his contributions
• Focus = scriptures and bringing justice to the church.

Question 2

Contribution and impact 1

Theology:

Answer 2

C- People thought God was someone to fear, thus developed 5 solas, emphasised ideas about what Christianity should be. e.g. sola scripture = the bible alone is the highest source of authority.

I- Bridging the gap between God and his people, allowing a religious and spiritual connection to occur. Changed the way christians experience faith today.

Question 3

Contribution and impact 2

Institutional Reforms:

Answer 3

C - Was against the corruption of the catholic church as it was involved in things that aren’t aligned with Christian Values. e.g. selling of indulgences. Made an institutional change e.g. 95 theses
- nailed to church door, printing just invented so word got around quickly
banned , this conflict led to the Protestant reformation thus showing his impact