Martin Luther's Stand at the Diet of Worms

The video discusses Martin Luther's pivotal role in the Reformation, starting with his Ninety-Five Theses, which led to debates and his excommunication. Frederick the Wise protected Luther, insisting he be tried in Germany. At the Diet of Worms, Luther was asked to recant his writings but refused, stating his conscience was bound to God's Word. This moment was crucial for the Reformation, emphasizing the principle of solo Scriptura. The video concludes with a prompt to subscribe for more educational content.

What event is considered the starting point of Martin Luther's conflict with the church?

• The posting of the Ninety-Five Theses

• The Diet of Worms

• Luther's excommunication

• The protection by Frederick the Wise

Who was Martin Luther's protector during his conflict with the church?

• Pope Leo X

• Frederick the Wise

• Charles V

• John Calvin

Where was the Diet, where Luther was to be tried, held?

• Saxony

• Worms

• Wittenberg

• Rome

What was Luther asked to do when he appeared before the Diet?

• Write a new thesis

• Leave Germany

• Recant his teachings

• Debate his ideas

What did Luther request when he was first asked to recant?

• A debate

• A lawyer

• More time

• A public audience

What was Luther's final response to the demand to recant?

• He recanted his teachings

• He fled the Diet

• He stood by his beliefs

• He asked for more time

What phrase did Luther use to express his commitment to his beliefs?

• I will recant for the church

• I seek a debate

• My conscience is free

• Here I stand, I can do no other

What theological principle did Luther's stand at the Diet of Worms emphasize?

• Sola Fide

• Solo Scriptura

• Sola Gratia

• Sola Christus

What was the outcome for Luther after his stand at the Diet of Worms?

• He was made a bishop

• He was condemned as a heretic

• He was exiled to Rome

• He was pardoned by the Pope

How is the significance of Luther's stand at the Diet of Worms described?

• Less significant than the Ninety-Five Theses

• Not significant at all

• Equally significant as the Ninety-Five Theses

• More significant than the Ninety-Five Theses