Lutherans Collection
Amidst the turbulent 16th century, the Lutheran Reformation emerged as a pivotal moment in European history
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Amidst the turbulent 16th century, the Lutheran Reformation emerged as a pivotal moment in European history. This religious movement, spearheaded by Martin Luther, challenged the Catholic Church's doctrines through the publication of his "95 Theses" in 1517. The engraving of Luther nailing his Theses to the door of the Schloss-Kirk at Wittemberg ignited a flame of dissent, leading to disputes between Luther and Calvin, as depicted in this historic engraving of the two theologians. The portrait of Filippo Melantone, a prominent figure in the early Lutheran movement, reflects the intellectual fervor of the era. Gustav II Adolfo Vasa, King of Sweden, became a champion of the Lutheran cause, leading troops against Catholic forces, as shown in this engraving of the troops of Cardinal Alessandro Farnese and of Charles V leaving for war against each other. The persecution of Lutherans, as depicted in this engraving, was a grim reality for many during this time. The First Protestant Martyrs, shown in this chromolitho, paid the ultimate price for their beliefs. The fresco of Charles V against the Lutherans illustrates the intense conflict between the two factions. Christian Friedrich Schwarz's engraving of Martin Luther with his family and their Christmas Tree offers a glimpse into the personal side of the reformer's life. Lutheran baptism, as shown in this German engraving, symbolized the spiritual rebirth of countless individuals during this transformative period in history.