The central protagonist and driving force of the Protestant Reformation. A former law student turned Augustinian monk, he battles severe spiritual anxiety, discovers salvation through faith alone, and ultimately challenges Catholic doctrines on indulgences, papal authority, and scriptural translation.
Tetzel's commercialization of forgiveness directly contradicts Luther's theological convictions.
Melanchthon accompanies Luther to critical theological debates, providing scholarly backing.
Spalatin facilitates Luther's academic career and political positioning within the reform movement.
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