Martin Luther
German priest and theologian (1483–1546)
Martin Luther was born on November 10, 1483 (Julian calendar) in Eisleben and died on February 18, 1546 (Julian calendar) in Eisleben, aged 62. Recorded occupations: translator, theologian, lawyer, Bible translator, hymnwriter and Protestant reformer. Country of citizenship: Holy Roman Empire and Electorate of Saxony. Positions held include university teacher. Associated movements: German Renaissance, Protestant Reformation and Protestantism. Fields of work: theology, philosophy, Protestant Reformation and literature. Notable works include “Ninety-five Theses” and “Luther Bible”. Educated at University of Erfurt (1392-1816).
- Born
- November 10, 1483 (Julian calendar) · Eisleben
- Died
- February 18, 1546 (Julian calendar) · Eisleben
- Age at death
- 62
- Citizenship
- Holy Roman Empire, Electorate of Saxony
- Occupations
- translator, theologian, lawyer, Bible translator, hymnwriter, Protestant reformer
- Positions held
- university teacher
- Movements
- German Renaissance, Protestant Reformation, Protestantism
- Notable works
- Ninety-five Theses, Luther Bible
- Education
- University of Erfurt (1392-1816)
- Wikipedia editions
- 200 languages
- Signature licence
- Public domain
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