Martin Luther

"Martin Luther" by Carl E. Koppenhaver is a historical biography that tells the story of a miner's son who became a central figure in religious history. The book follows Luther's path from his early days in Germany, through his studies of religion, to his role as a key player in the Protestant Reformation by discussing his disagreements with the Catholic Church, and focusing on his writings which had a big impact on Protestant beliefs. The story looks at important moments in Luther's life, showing how he changed from a worried monk searching for God's approval to a brave reformer questioning the Catholic Church's traditions, especially about indulgences. It shines a light on turning points like when he put up his Ninety-Five Theses, defended his views at the Diet of Worms, and the huge influence his ideas had on Christianity. Koppenhaver also shares Luther's personal life, including his marriage and what he thought about faith and community. Readers will explore Luther's deep religious thoughts and the long-lasting changes they brought to Christianity and the Western world.