Martin Niemöller
German theologian (1892–1984)
1892 — 1984
Quick Facts
Profession
German theologian (1892–1984)
Born
January 14, 1892
Died
1984 (age ~92)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
poet, theologian, resistance fighter
West GermanyBorn in LippstadtDied in Wiesbaden
1892
Born in Lippstadt (1892-01-14)
1970
AwardGrand Cross 1st class of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany
1972
AwardWilhelm Leuschner Medal
1977
AwardJoseph E. Drexel award
1983
AwardCarl von Ossietzky Medal
1983
AwardMedal Carl von Ossietzky
About
Friedrich Gustav Emil Martin Niemöller was a German theologian and Lutheran pastor. He opposed the Nazi regime during the late 1930s, and was sent to a concentration camp for his affiliation with the Confessing Church and his opposition to state involvement in Church. After the war, he went on tour around the world to condemn the Nazi cause and educate people about the importance of human rights. In 1946 he published the confessional piece "First They Came".
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Who is Martin Niemöller?+
Friedrich Gustav Emil Martin Niemöller was a German theologian and Lutheran pastor. He opposed the Nazi regime during the late 1930s, and was sent to a concentration camp for his affiliation with the Confessing Church and his opposition to state involvement in Church. After the war, he went on tour
What does the name Martin mean?+
The name Martin means "A male given name from Latin originally given in honor of a fourth century soldier-saint.. Etymology: From Martin, from t=of or like Mars” or “little Mars, nocat=1. See Mārs for further etymology.". It is of English origin.
When was Martin Niemöller born?+
Martin Niemöller was born on January 14, 1892.
When did Martin Niemöller die?+
Martin Niemöller died in 1984, at approximately 92 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Latin originally given in honor of a fourth century soldier-saint.. Etymology: From Martin, from t=of or like Mars” or “little Mars, nocat=1. See Mārs for further etymology.
The name Martin is of English origin, meaning "A male given name from Latin originally given in honor of a fourth century soldier-saint.. Etymology: From Martin, from t=of or like Mars” or “little Mars, nocat=1. See Mārs for further etymology.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Martin — January 14, 1892
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Dragon
Confident, intelligent, enthusiastic
Water · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
7 Muluc
Water — emotions, purification, flow
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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Legend.
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