Martin Luther vs. John Calvin

<Tab/>Martin Luther and John Calvin were both protestants, both emphasizing people's sinfulness, lack of free will, and helplessness. They both rejected good works as a means of salvation, both saw all people equal in the eyes of god. What differed in these two individuals views were their veiws on the afterlife, how to achieve salvation and moral code. <Tab/>Martin Luther believed that a person can …

…because it emphasizes discipline, responsiblity and morality, all of which were sought. Calvanists were very successful because of work ethic and lack of frivolous activities. Unlike Calvanism, to be a Lutheran one doesn't have to follow strict rules. They only had to believe, therefore Lutheranism was also very appealing, especially to the laity who, not being literate and learned in church teachings had some real understanding of salvation and faith in the eyes of God.