This Day in History January 3, 1521

By Ruth on January 3, 2014 in Christian, history
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Martin Luther

Today is the history of a momentous day in church history.  On this date in 1521, Martin Luther was excommunicated from the Catholic Church by Pope Leo X.  If you know the story of the Reformation, Martin Luther was one who dared to question some of the long-held beliefs and tenets of the Roman Catholic Church.   He had defended his belief before the Diet of Worms (I love that name–I realize it is German, but I can’t help but put my English understanding on it), and he was defiant.  He refused to recant, so this was the outcome.

For more information:

http://charbor74.blogspot.com/2014/01/on-this-day-in-history-january-3-martin.html

http://www.theosource.com/2009/01/martin-luther-excommunicated-1521.html

http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/martin-luther-excommunicated

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“Don’t bend; don’t water it down; don’t try to make it logical; don’t edit your own soul according to the fashion. Rather, follow your most intense obsessions mercilessly.” — Franz Kafka Ruth is an inspirational entertainment journalist who instinctively sees the best in all and seeks to share universal beauty, love and positivity. She is an artist who leads with her heart and gives readers a glimpse of the best of this world through the masterful use of the written word. Ruth was born in Tacoma, Washington but now calls Yelm, Washington her home. She lives on five acres with her parents, a dog, two miniature goats, cats and a teenage daughter who is a dynamic visual artist herself. Ruth interviews fellow artists both inside and outside of the film/television industry. At the core of all she does is the strength of her faith.
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3 Comments

  1. Sandra Beeman January 13, 2014 Reply

    I love these history information. I have always loved trivia and these Today in History tidbits are very enjoyable.

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      Ruth January 13, 2014 Reply

      I love doing them, and I am so glad so many people enjoy it!

  2. Dawn K. January 3, 2014 Reply

    Diet of worms…lol. Cool information. Although I’ve heard of Martin Luther many times, I really didn’t know much about him. Thanks for sharing.

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