''In brief'': The 95 Theses, a document written by Martin Luther in 1517, challenged the teachings of the Catholic Church on the nature of penance, the authority of the pope and the usefulness of indulgences. It sparked a theological debate that fueled the Reformation and subsequently resulted in the birth of Protestantism.----'''Overviews'''* [[About Luther's 95 thesis]]* #REDIRECT [[95 Theses (theopedia)]]'''Text'''* [[Luther's 95 Theses (English translation)]]'''Quotes'''* [[Quotes about Luther's 95 theses]]'''See also'''* [[Martin Luther]]* [[Protestant Reformation]]----Go to [[Lutheran Church]] contents page