No. 454 in the Index · Religion
Martin Luther
German priest and theologian (1483–1546).
The record
Martin Luther was a German priest and theologian. Born on 10 November 1483 in Eisleben, Luther died on 18 February 1546 in Eisleben at the age of 62.
Positions held include university teacher (1508). Notable works include Ninety-five Theses and Luther Bible. Luther studied at University of Erfurt (1392-1816).
With a Wikipedia article in 259 languages, Martin Luther is No. 454 in the People and Position Index.
- Born
- 10 November 1483, Eisleben
- Died
- 18 February 1546, Eisleben (aged 62)
- Country
- Holy Roman Empire
- Known as
- Translator, theologian, lawyer
- Field
- Religion
- Education
- University of Erfurt (1392-1816)
- Languages
- Latin, New High German, German, Ancient Greek
- Children
- 5
- Wikipedia editions
- 259
Did you know
25
Was 25 when first university teacher (1508).
62
Lived to 62.
10 Nov
Shares a birthday with Friedrich Schiller and Mikhail Kalashnikov.
4
One of 4 people in the Index born in Eisleben, with Gertrude the Great.
259
Has a Wikipedia article in 259 languages.
Computed from the Index and Wikidata.
Career
Positions held
- 1508–University teacher
Connections
Martin Luther
- FatherHans Luther
- MotherMargarethe Luther
- SpouseKatharina von Bora
- SiblingJacob Luther
- ChildElisabeth Luther
- ChildMagdalena Luther
- ChildMargaretha Luther
- ChildMartin Luther, Jr.
- ChildJohannes Luther
One has a profile here.
Notable works
Notable works
- Ninety-five Theses
- Luther Bible
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