
January 21, 1521: Black Earth and First Mass
Luther: In Real Time
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The Sacrament Which Is Holy
Luther's father was enraged when his son decided to become a monk. Luther wondered, if he could do it, perform the miracle with mere words. Could he turn bread and wine into the very body and blood of the saviour? The words must be as precise as the vestments. And what of my soul? Must it also be precise. Free of sin. There must be no mistake in robing you. Yet, god will be merciful. Remember, it is the sacrament which is holy, not the officiat His heart thundering, luther watched his fellow monks as they chanted in procession down the aisle. He knew i was supposed to proceed upward to the high altar
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