Lutheranism came into being in the 16th century as Catholics unable to accept the dictates of the Pope. There is no date, since Luther considered himself a devout Catholic and wanted to reform the church. See the Reformation for more information
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The initial reforms of the Church were sparked in medieval Germany.
Lutheranism gained support, especially among middle class people in German-speaking cities. Church authorities responded to Lutheranism by excommunicating Martin Luther.
Lutheranism.
The Peace of Augsburg
The largest bastions of Lutherans were in nothern German principalities and Scandinavia.