How did Martin Luther's efforts lead to the end of Christian unity in Europe and the beginning of Protestantism? Make sure to gi

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How did Martin Luther's efforts lead to the end of Christian unity in Europe and the beginning of Protestantism? Make sure to gi

ve at least two examples of his impact and cite evidence.

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Brut [27] · Answer 1 · 2022-05-07T21:27:51+03:00

In 1517, Martin Luther wrote a document attacking the Catholic Church of being corrupt by selling indulgences to pardon sin. This document was the "95 Theses". This document was the based on which was written the Protestant Reformation.

The Protestant Reformation divided the Catholic Europe, because Martin Luther, John Calvin and Henry VIII challenged papal authority to define Christian practice.