What were some of the beliefs stated by Martin Luther in his ninety-five theses?
Martin Luther believed that church authority should come from the Bible, not Church tradition or leaders. He believed salvation was by a person’s faith. He also believed in the priesthood of all believers, not just a few. 10. What is the derivation of the word lent? The word lent comes from an Old English word meaning “springtime.” 11. How did the Council of Trent respond to the reformers? The Council of Trent responded to the reformers by reiterating Catholic doctrine and countering Protestant doctrine. The Council reiterated papal as well as biblical authority, the need for works as well as faith, and said there were seven true sacraments, not just two. 12. Why was religion in the modern period diminished? Religion in the modern period was diminished because of the increased emphasis in the belie{ that people could determine their own destiny and had little need for God. 13. What is the ecumenical movement? How is it manifested today? The ecumenical movement attempts to bring about u
