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Enrollment in 1501
- When
- 1501
- Where
- University of Erfurt
Luther entered the University of Erfurt in 1501 at age 17.
In 1501, Martin Luther, who was 17 years old, entered the University of Erfurt. He later characterized the university environment as a "beer house and whorehouse." This enrollment marked the beginning of his academic career in Thuringia.
Sources
- Martin Luther Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-17
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