The German Peasants' War (1524-1525) resulted in an estimated 100,000 deaths, primarily among the peasant population. Martin Luther, while sympathetic to some of the peasants' grievances, ultimately sided with the secular authorities and condemned the revolt, believing it undermined social order and Christian teachings. He urged the peasants to seek reform through peaceful means rather than violent rebellion.
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