Die Reformation
Example: Die Reformation veränderte die Kirche im 16. Jahrhundert stark.
Definition
"die Reformation" refers to the historical movement in the 16th century that aimed to reform the Roman Catholic Church, leading to the establishment of Protestant churches and significant religious, political, and cultural changes in Europe.
Etymology
The term "die Reformation" originates from the Latin word 'reformatio,' meaning 'restoration' or 'renewal.' It was first used to describe the 16th-century efforts to reform the Church, famously initiated by Martin Luther's Ninety-five Theses in 1517. Did you know? The word captures the idea of 're-forming' or reshaping religious practices and institutions.
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