Luther and the Protestant Reformation: Crash Course World History

The video explores the Protestant Reformation, highlighting its origins, key figures like Martin Luther, and its profound impact on religion and politics in Europe. It discusses the dominance of Roman Catholicism before the Reformation, Luther's challenge to church practices, and the spread of his ideas through the printing press. The Reformation led to the creation of numerous Protestant denominations, significant religious and social upheaval, and political shifts as monarchs seized church assets. The legacy of the Reformation includes increased religious tolerance and its influence on modern political ideas of protest and reform.

What was the response of the Catholic Church to Luther's 95 Theses?

How did Luther's views on the priesthood differ from those of the Catholic Church?

Discuss the role of the Anabaptists in the context of the Reformation.

What were the social and political consequences of the Reformation?