jan 1, 1534 - Martin Luther

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Martin Luther was a Christian theologian and monk whose teachings inspired the Protestant Reformation. He believed in the Bible as a rule for faith and encouraged people to turn to its teachings. Because of his belief in this, it was important for him to translate it into the language of his people in Germany. His lifetime's work helped the Bible's teachings gain center stage again for the people of Germany and beyond.

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