Martin Luther was a vocal proponent of the peasant revolts in 1524 and helped author the "Twelve Articles of the Swabian Peasants."

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Martin Luther initially sympathized with some of the peasants' grievances but ultimately condemned the revolts in 1524-1525, arguing that rebellion against authority was against God's will. He did not help author the "Twelve Articles of the Swabian Peasants."

Martin Luther Was a Vocal Proponent of the Peasant Revolts