Began in June of that year and held at the German city of Leipzig, the debate initially featured Eck and Luther ally Andreas
Bodenstein von Karlstadt.
Luther was added to the debate later.
Major points of debate included
--the nature of grace and
--the authority of the Church.
The debate was noted as a major moment for the Reformation due to Luther’s statements.
“For the first time, Luther had articulated clearly his position that popes, councils, and theologians were all subject to error, leaving Scripture as the supreme authority in all theological matters.
This became a watershed moment, resulting
in both increased support
and increased opposition,”
notes the website Reformation500."CP
.... but the people that do know their God shall be strong, and do exploits.
Daniel 11:32