1483 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
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| Centuries: | 14th century – 15th century – 16th century |
| Decades: | 1450s 1460s 1470s – 1480s – 1490s 1500s 1510s |
| Years: | 1480 1481 1482 – 1483 – 1484 1485 1486 |
The year 1483 was a time when many important things happened in the world. It was also the year two very famous people were born who would change history forever. One was a brilliant artist, and the other was a religious leader who started a big movement.
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Famous Births in 1483
This year brought two individuals into the world who would later become incredibly influential. Their ideas and creations still impact us today.
Raphael: A Master Painter
Raphael, whose full name was Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino, was born in Italy. He became one of the most famous painters and architects of the High Renaissance. This was a time when art, science, and culture were really blooming in Europe.
Raphael was known for his beautiful and balanced paintings. He often painted religious scenes and portraits. His art is admired for its clarity, rich colors, and the way it shows human feelings.
Some of his most famous artworks include the "Sistine Madonna" and "The School of Athens." "The School of Athens" is a huge fresco painting in the Vatican. It shows many famous ancient Greek philosophers and thinkers gathered together. Raphael died quite young, at the age of 37, but he left behind an amazing collection of art.
Martin Luther: A Big Change Maker
- November 10 – Martin Luther (died 1546)
Martin Luther was born in Germany. He grew up to become a very important priest and professor. He is best known for starting the Protestant Reformation. This was a major movement that changed Christianity in Europe.
Luther believed that people could connect with God through their faith alone. He thought that some practices of the church at the time needed to change. In 1517, he wrote down his ideas in 95 statements, which he famously posted on a church door.
One of Luther's biggest achievements was translating the Bible into German. Before this, the Bible was mostly in Latin, which most ordinary people could not read. By translating it, he made it possible for many more people to read and understand the Bible for themselves. His actions led to the creation of new Christian churches and had a huge impact on European history and culture.
Images for kids
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A portrait of Raphael, a famous Italian painter.
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A portrait of Martin Luther, a key figure in the Protestant Reformation.
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