Historical Figures · 21st Century
Martin Luthers’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Martin Luthers, Unknown
Who Was Martin Luthers?
Limited biographical information is available about Martin Luthers.
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Martin Luthers's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
Martin Luther's last words were documented by Justus Jonas as responses to questions about dying in Christ, ending with 'Yes' in German ('Ja'). 'I have lived my truth' is not found in any contemporary Reformation-era source.
Sources
- firsthand Justus Jonas' eyewitness account (1546)
- archive Luther's death records from Eisleben
- other Contemporary Protestant chronicles
Legacy
Martin Luthers's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Martin Luthers’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Martin Luthers die?
Martin Luthers died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Martin Luthers’s last words documented?
Martin Luther's last words were documented by Justus Jonas as responses to questions about dying in Christ, ending with 'Yes' in German ('Ja'). 'I have lived my truth' is not found in any contemporary Reformation-era source.
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