Luther: In Real Time December 26, 1520: Revoked
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Dec 26, 2020 Rupert Wickham, an actor who brings Martin Luther's character to life, discusses the tense moment when Luther receives a crucial invitation from Emperor Charles V just as papal pressure mounts. The conversation delves into the challenges Luther faced, including fears of betrayal from Frederick and the revocation of his safe hearing, putting his life at risk. Wickham's portrayal captures Luther's unwavering trust in the gospel as he reflects on the grave implications, drawing a vivid comparison between Wittenberg and Bethlehem.
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Invitation Then Revocation
- Martin Luther received an invitation to defend himself before Emperor Charles V at the Diet of Worms, but the invitation was later revoked under papal pressure.
- Luther realized the revocation left him vulnerable to the Pope and the Roman Church without imperial protection.
Papal Monopoly On Judgment
- Papal authority claimed sole competence to judge Luther and insisted he should be heard only by the Pope, not secular authorities.
- This stance reveals how ecclesiastical power sought to control adjudication and suppress lay or imperial involvement.
Frederick's Wine And Luther's Resolve
- Frederick sent wine to Luther while fearing the Diet would be a judicial sham designed to condemn him.
- Luther pledged to go to Worms even if sick, trusting that obedience to Caesar was obedience to God.