aug 1, 1520 - Address to the Christian Nobility of Germany

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Address to the Christian Nobility of Germany
Who: Martin Luther
What: Luther’s Address to the Christian Nobility of the German Nation was his call for the active involvement of secular authorities in reforming the German church since the Church hierarchy is failing. Written in German.
When: August 1520
Where: Germany
Significance: Shows Luther’s willingness to use State Power over the Church, sells well in Germany, adding to his fame and spreading his message further.

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