Luther and others after him were able to divide the Christian church because

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All of these choices played a role in the division of the Christian church. Luther's rebellion against the Catholic Church was supported by German princes who saw it as a way to gain independence and limit the authority of the church. Additionally, the Catholic Church had become corrupt and much of the money raised was being funneled to Italy, which irritated Germans and others. Finally, some rulers embraced Protestantism for their own personal gain, such as seizing church property in their realms.

Luther and Others After Him Were Able to Divide the Christian