Question

Inspired by the belief that the congregation should be actively involved in worship, Martin Luther, a well-educated Augustinian monk and musician, began translating worship text from Latin to German, giving birth to the Lutheran chorale.

a) True
b) False

Answer 1

True, Martin Luther translated worship texts into German and significantly reformed Christian worship, contributing to the Protestant Reformation and the creation of the Lutheran chorale.

Step-by-step explanation:

The statement is true: Martin Luther, an Augustinian monk, did indeed begin translating worship texts from Latin to German, which was among the actions that gave birth to the Lutheran chorale. By doing so, he significantly reformed Christian worship by emphasizing the importance of the congregation's active participation and understanding of the liturgy. The translations and his broader reforms contributed to what is known as the Protestant Reformation.