Question

Martin luther what were martin luther's differences with the catholic church?

Answer 1

Authority: Who decides what Christians believe and and how they worship?

Church: The Pope, along with his Church councils, declares doctrine and practice and his pronouncements cannot be questioned. Doctrine of infallibility.

Luther: The Bible is the ultimate authority for doctrine. Well-meaning Christians can read the Scriptures and use their reason to interpret the meaning.

Priesthood

Church: The priesthood is a sacrament granted by the Church. Priests have special powers not granted to lay-people; only a priest can administer the sacraments and officiate at the mass.

Luther: Believed in the "priesthood of all believers"; any Christian can administer the sacraments and lead church services.

Celibacy

Church: Celibacy is the holiest state and is a requirement for priests, nuns and monks.

Luther: There is nothing in Scripture requiring celibacy. In fact, the Bible wants people to "be fruitful and multiply". Preachers should be married so they aren't tempted to sin.

Holy Orders

Church: Being a monk, priest or nun is a higher state and of higher spiritual value in God's eyes.

Luther: Christians should live in the world and practice Christian charity on their neighbors. Living with a spouse and children teaches and builds character in a way denied to monks. This is what most pleases God.

THESE ARE THE DEEPER NOTES, KINDLY NOTE. If you want it on the basis of the tenth grade textbook, please comment.