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Martin Luther concealed in Wartburg
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Martin Luther concealed in Wartburg
Excommunicated by the pope, Luther is concealed for safety by Friedrich von Sachsen in a castle at Wartburg where he translates the New Testament Date: 1521
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In this historic image, Martin Luther, the pioneering figure of the Protestant Reformation, is depicted in hiding at Wartburg Castle in Germany during the tumultuous year of 1521. Following his public defiance of the Catholic Church and the subsequent issuance of the papal bull of excommunication, Luther's safety became a paramount concern. Friedrich von Sachsen, the Elector of Saxony, extended a protective hand to the embattled theologian, providing him with sanctuary in the secluded castle located in the Thuringian Forest. The castle, nestled amidst the rugged terrain, offered an ideal refuge for Luther, who spent the next ten months translating the New Testament from Greek into German. The year 1521 marked a pivotal moment in European history, as the Protestant Reformation began to take root. Luther's translation of the New Testament, which was completed at Wartburg Castle, played a significant role in disseminating his ideas and further fueling the religious upheaval that would ultimately reshape the continent. The image captures the essence of a momentous time in history, as Luther, clad in a simple robe and surrounded by scholarly paraphernalia, focuses intently on his work. The castle's grandeur serves as a stark contrast to the humble surroundings of the man who would become a symbol of religious dissent and the father of Protestantism. This photographic print transports us back to the 16th century, offering a glimpse into the life of a man who dared to challenge the established religious order and forever altered the course of European history.
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