Karl Reinthaler: Adam and Christ or the christmas tree in M. Luthers Nursery

The Protestant theologian Karl Reinthaler, who founded the Martinsstift in Erfurt in 1821, wanted to promote a harmonious family life. The Stift was located within the former Augustinian monastery where Martin Luther had lived and was used to raise poor children. During the Christmas season, families should read from the collection of conversations and songs under the Christmas tree and sing together.