because he decided to start a fake religion
Luther was preaching heresy - things that were totally contrary to Catholic Doctrine - and leading others astray. He was asked to recant his teachings and repent. When he refused, he was officially excommunicated.
Leo threatened Luther with excommunication if he did not recant his 95 demands. Luther refused and was excommunicated.
The Pope during Martin Luther's posting of the Ninety-Five Theses was Pope Leo X.
excommincated luther
yes
Pope Leo X, who was pope from March 9, 1513, to December 1, 1521, excommunicated Luther.
Pope Leo X
Pope Leo X was accused by Martin Luther of selling indulgences or allowing the sale of indulgences.
I think it was Pope Leo X.
Paying for redemption.
Not appearing at the Diet of Worms
Because he wouldn't recognize his authority as a pope.