thomas müntzer

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or Thomas Munzer born sometime before 1490, Stolberg, Thuringia died May 27, 1525, Mühlhausen German religious reformer. A student of theology and an associate of Martin Luther, he served as a pastor until his socialism and mystical doctrines led to his removal. His belief in the inner light of the Holy Spirit as opposed to the authority of the Bible alienated the Lutherans. He preached widely, championing the common people, and in 1525 he organized the working classes of Mühlhausen. He led the Peasants' Revolt in Thuringia in 1524-25; after the defeat of his forces, he was tortured, tried, and executed
thomas müntzer