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This captivating volume offers a concise yet powerful overview of the life of a priest whose bold act of nailing 95 theses to a church door ignited a revolutionary movement across Europe in 1517—the Reformation of the Catholic Church. Join Elyse J. Wood as she brings to life the pivotal moments that changed the course of history.

For five centuries Martin Luther has been lionized as an outspoken and fearless icon of change who ended the Middle Ages and heralded the beginning of the modern world. In Rebel in the Ranks, Brad Gregory, renowned professor of European history at Notre Dame, recasts this long-accepted portrait. Luther did not intend to start a revolution that would divide the Catholic Church and forever change Western civilization. Yet his actions would profoundly shape our world in ways he could never have imagined.

Martin Luther's posting of the 95 Theses to the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg on October 31, 1517, is one of the most famous events of Western history. It inaugurated the Protestant Reformation and has for centuries been a powerful and enduring symbol of religious freedom of conscience and of righteous protest against the abuse of power. But did it actually really happen? In this engagingly written, wide-ranging, and insightful work of cultural history, leading Reformation historian Peter Marshall reviews the available evidence and concludes that very probably, it did not.

This story explores the profound significance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, tracing its origins, the challenges and controversies surrounding its establishment, and its modern-day observance. It delves into Dr. King’s life and legacy, emphasizing his role as a leader in the Civil Rights Movement and a global advocate for nonviolence and justice. The article highlights the persistent resistance to the holiday in some states, the grassroots activism that led to its eventual nationwide recognition, and the ways in which it inspires acts of service and reflection today. By examining the holiday...

Wer war Martin Luther? Welche Erfahrungen und Erkenntnisse bestimmten seinen Glauben, sein Denken und Handeln...

La biografia dedicata all'uomo che più di ogni altro negli Stati Uniti ha contribuito a difendere e sostenere i diritti umani nei confronti delle minoranze emarginate e discriminate: Martin Luther King. Riconosciuto in maniera unanime come eroe instancabile della resistenza non violenta, difensore tenace della libertà e dell'uguaglianza, avversario risoluto del pregiudizio razziale, Martin Luther King si è sempre esposto in prima linea predicando l'amore e la pace, sognando un mondo migliore.

Join us on a captivating journey as we delve into the powerful words and enduring legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. With each episode, we aim to illuminate the path that King carved through his advocacy for nonviolence, justice, and equality. Our discussions are more than just a history lesson; they are a beacon of hope and a guide for navigating the complexities of the modern world with compassion and courage. Through insightful analysis and reflective conversation, we explore the depth of King's wisdom and its application in today's societal issues. This podcast is an invitation to understand...

Ob Martin Luthers Thesen am 31. Oktober 1517 tatsächlich an die Wittenberger Schlosskirche genagelt wurden, ist umstritten. Sicher ist allerdings, dass die Thesen durch Briefe und Nachdrucke in Windeseile verbreitet wurden. Was bis dahin in einem akademischen Disput nur allmählich bekannt geworden wäre, machten Buchdruck und Korrespondenz unter Humanisten zu einem öffentlichen Ereignis. In seinen Thesen wendet sich Luther gezielt gegen den Ablass.

I Have a Dream: Martin Luther King Jr.'s Landmark SpeechOn August 28, 1963, Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his iconic "I Have a Dream" speech at the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. In this speech, King called for an end to racism and segregation in America, and he envisioned a future where all people would be treated equal.In this podcast episode, we will listen to King's entire speech and reflect on its significance. In this series we will discuss the historical context of the speech, as well as its impact on the Civil Rights Movement and American culture. We will also consider ...

This show details the life of Martin Luther, the events of the Reformation, including the inventions, events and personalities of the Reformation and the 15th and 16th centuries.

Martin Luther King Jr. was een Baptist minister en geweldloze activist voor de Afro-Amerikaanse burgerrechtenbeweging van de Afro-Amerikanen in de Verenigde Staten, een fervent voorvechter van vrede en tegen armoede. Hij organiseert en regisseert acties, zoals de boycot van de bussen in Montgomery aan het recht om te stemmen, desegregatie en de werkgelegenheid van etnische minderheden te verdedigen. Hij leverde een beroemde toespraak 28 augustus 1963 in de voorkant van het Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC tijdens de mars voor banen en vrijheid: het heet "I Have a Dream".

More than 40 speeches - considered among the greatest of all time - comprise this marvelous collection. All the works you'll hear are unabridged, and the most contemporary are live recordings. Included are speeches by Susan B. Anthony, Joan of Arc, Winston Churchill, Jefferson Davis, Amelia Earhart, and John F. Kennedy.

Reformation, damit verbinden wir Ablassstreit, Thesenanschlag, schließlich die Abspaltung der Anhänger Martin Luthers vom Glaubenskanon der römischen Kirche. Doch jetzt liefert der Historiker Volker Reinhardt einen neuen Blick auf die Geschichte. Die Reformation, behauptet er in seinem Buch "Luther, der Ketzer", war weniger die Folge theologischer Differenzen als vielmehr die Konsequenz einer von Hass und Unverständnis geprägten jahrzehntelangen Auseinandersetzung zwischen kultivierten Römern und barbarischen Deutschen.