Martin Luther was a man known for speaking his opinions, and intending for them to be heard. He saw what greed and blind obedience had done to their Christian society, and condemned it wholly. So he let what was hidden from the public be known, and it was hard for the people at the time not to be shocked. “One was forced to take a stand, stare aut pro aut contra, to come out for or against.” (Pg 162) He took to public arguments, a form of exhibition for his opinions, not always winning, but always being heard. He opposed a man named Eck, who was cunning and easily obtained the support of his audience. Cleary Luther couldn’t beat him, but at least he was being heard. “Luther’s less slick performance was actually motivated by Luther’s truthfulness,
