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1483 is the year in which Martin Luther was born. His official birthday is November 10th, 1483 and he was born in Eisleben, which was located within the Holy Roman Empire.
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Martin first received a liberal arts degree, then a master's degree. He then decided to start law school.
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Luther gets caught in a very bad storm. He promises that if he survives he will become a monk.
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Luther received his doctorate and become a professor of biblical studies. He also begins to publish his writings.
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During this time Luther gave many lectures. Some of the topics were about Psalms, Romans, and Galatians.
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Martin finds out about the selling of indulgences and he disagrees with the practice. He writes the 95 theses and nails them to the door of the Castle Church. -
Luther writes more pamphlets that state his opinions and disagreements with the Catholic Church. These are widely circulated due to the printing press. -
The Pope says that he wants Luther to recant what he has been saying and writing. In response, Luther lit the document on fire publicly. -
At a meeting, Luther is asked to say that his writing and beliefs are wrong. He refuses and gets outlawed, but is kept in hiding by Fredrick III. -
Martin finishes translating the New Testament into German at Wartburg Castle. He continues to speak out and advocate for his beliefs.
