Frederick III protected Luther as he risked his life in standing up for the church.
Explanation
Frederick III , born on 17th January 1463 was extremely instrumental in protecting Luther from his role in the cause of the church. Luther, however, was trying hard in his way to express his devotion towards Jesus Christ which didn't go well with other sections of the fifth.
He had different opinions about the way things and followers at large were going long. This opinion of his created lots of troubles for him.
It was Frederick III, who extended his protective sheath to ward Luther off from any kind of trouble. He was also known as Fredrick the wise and was the elector of Saxony city from 1486 to 1525.
