The Diet of Worms in 1521 was a crucial event in the Protestant Reformation, where Martin Luther's refusal to recant his writings led to his excommunication and the spread of Reformation ideas. This assembly under Emperor Charles V marked a turning point, challenging the Catholic Church's authority and setting the stage for religious and political changes across Europe.
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The Diet of Worms was an imperial council held in 1521 that played a crucial role in the Protestant Reformation
Criticisms of the Catholic Church
Martin Luther's criticisms of the Catholic Church, including denouncing the sale of indulgences, led to his appearance at the Diet of Worms
Refusal to Recant
Despite pressure from Emperor Charles V, Martin Luther refused to recant his writings at the Diet of Worms, resulting in his excommunication
The Edict of Worms, issued by Charles V, declared Luther an outlaw and made it illegal to support him, but ultimately strengthened his influence
The Protestant Reformation was sparked by Martin Luther's Ninety-Five Theses and his criticisms of the Catholic Church
Fragmentation of the Church
The Reformation led to a permanent division within Western Christianity, with the formation of Protestant denominations
Social, Political, and Cultural Effects
The Reformation had far-reaching effects beyond theology, influencing social, political, and cultural domains
The events at the Diet of Worms contributed to conflicts such as the German Peasants' War and the Thirty Years' War
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In ______, the ______ was an important gathering of the Holy Roman Empire in ______, known for its impact on the Protestant Reformation.
1521
Diet of Worms
Worms, Germany
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______, a German monk, stood before ______ and was accused of heresy for criticizing the Roman Catholic Church, leading to a pivotal point in the Reformation.
Martin Luther
Emperor Charles V
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Consequence of the Ninety-Five Theses
Widespread theological debate and confrontation with Church authorities.
