Luther's Reaction Flashcards
What was Luther horrified at?
The peasants violence and their misinterpretation of his ideas.
what was Luther’s first action against the revolt?
He tried to pacify it with reason.
When and where did Luther preach to the peasantry?
In April 1525 he toured Mansfield valley and Thuringia.
What impact did his peace mission make?
None at all.
How did the peasants treat Luther in his peace mission?
They spat and booed at him, called him ‘du’.
What did Luther’s tour of Mansfield valley and Thuringia make him conclude about the peasants?
They were ‘robbers and murderers’.
How did Luther describe the peasants use of the Gospels?
Blasphemous.
What did Luther write in May 1525 as a result of his tour?
‘Against the robbing and murdering hordes of peasants.’
What did Luther call on the princes to do with a clear conscience and God’s approval?
‘Stab. smite and slay’ the peasants.
What did Luther say the authorities could do to peasants?
Execute them without trial.
Who defeated the peasants?
The Swabian League.
How many peasants died in the aftermath?
100,000.
