Publication of the Ninety-Five Theses
Martin Luther, a theology professor, nails a document containing 95 arguments against the sale of indulgences to the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg, acting in a moment of scholarly protest th
Setting
The exterior portal of All Saints' Church (Schlosskirche) in Wittenberg, overlooking a cobblestone square where the town's academic and religious life converge.
Characters
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Martin Luther
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A middle-aged Augustinian monk with a sturdy frame, a square jaw, and deep-set, piercing eyes that reflect both conviction and intensity. His face is clean-shaven, and his short brown hair is partially hidden under his monastic hood. His hands are strong, accustomed to both manual labor and writing.
University Student
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A young man in his early 20s with a lean, scholarly build. His pale complexion suggests long hours spent indoors studying. He has a short, neatly trimmed brown beard and keen, observant eyes that reflect both intelligence and youthful idealism. His hands bear ink stains from frequent writing.
Church Custodian
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An elderly man with a slightly hunched posture, his face weathered by years of labor. His thinning gray hair is tucked beneath a simple woolen cap, and his hands are calloused from years of maintaining the church. His eyes, though tired, are sharp with concern.
Town Crier
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A man of sturdy, barrel-chested build with weather-beaten, ruddy skin from years of outdoor work. He has a thick, well-groomed beard of salt-and-pepper hair and sharp, observant hazel eyes that are accustomed to scanning crowds. His posture is naturally upright, a habit from projecting his voice to large squares.
Dialog
Martin Luther
Out of love for the truth and the desire to bring it to light, I place these theses before you—not to stir contention, but to cleanse the Church of her errors.
University Student
Magister Luther, do you truly believe the Church will heed such arguments? The Pope’s authority is not lightly questioned...
Martin Luther
When Christ overturned the moneychangers’ tables, He did not first ask the Pharisees’ permission. Truth must be spoken, even if the world trembles.
University Student
Sed hoc est mirabile... If the University supports your disputation, might not Rome itself be compelled to answer?
Martin Luther
Let them answer—but let them answer from Scripture, not from the purses of poor Germans who buy false peace with indulgences!
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