Dietrich Bonhoeffer Works, vol. 9: The Young Bonhoeffer: 1918–1927
Overview
The first of the chronological volumes in this acclaimed critical edition of Bonhoeffer’s work gathers his 100 earliest letters and journals from after the First World War through his graduation from Berlin University. It also contains his early theological writings up to his dissertation. These 17 works include, for example, works on the patristic period for Adolf von Harnack, on Luther’s moods for Karl Holl, on biblical interpretation for Professor Reinhold Seeberg, as well as essays on the church and eschatology, reason and revelation, Job, John, and even joy. Rounding out this picture of Bonhoeffer’s nascent theology are his sermons from the period, along with his lectures on homiletics, catechesis, and practical theology.
In translation for the first time, these writings show Dietrich Bonhoeffer as pastor and theologian alert to his times and developing the formative themes of his religious worldview.
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Key Features
- Contains a myriad of works spanning from Bonhoeffer’s earliest letters to his dissertation
- Provides insight into the early years that shaped the future for this highly influential writer
- Highlights the historical events that influenced the choices made by Bonhoeffer in his early years
Product Details
- Title: Dietrich Bonhoeffer Works, vol. 9: The Young Bonhoeffer: 1918–1927
- Author: Dietrich Bonhoeffer
- Translators: Mary C. Nebelsick and Douglas W. Stott
- Publisher: Augsburg Fortress
- Publication Date: 2002
- Pages: 720
About Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Dietrich Bonhoeffer (1906–1945) a German theologian, pastor, and ecumenist, was a professor in Berlin, an uncompromising teacher in the Confessing Church, and a consistent opponent of National Socialism. Executed by Hitler at the end of World War II, his influence continues today as one of the most important theologians of the twentieth century.
Top Highlights
“Christian religion stands or falls with the belief in a historical and perceptibly real divine revelation,[2] a revelation that those who have eyes to see can see and those who have ears to hear can hear.” (Page 285)
“Like can be understood only by like. God can be understood only by God.[45] From this it can be concluded that the concept of revelation that emerges is to be conceived not substantially, but rather functionally.[46] One does not encounter a being in scripture, but rather a judgment or God’s will.” (Pages 290–291)
“The first statement of spiritual interpretation [Pneumatik] is that the Bible is not only a word about God but God’s word itself.” (Page 287)
“Scripture itself belongs to a great complex of revelation as a document that gives witness.” (Page 289)
“Maybe Protestantism should not have tried to become an established church; perhaps it should have remained a large sect, which always have an easier time, and so might have avoided the present calamity. A territorial church believes that it has the ability to extend, to give everyone something. That Protestantism was able to do this when it began was probably largely due to a political climate no longer present today. The more the political situation changed, the more Protestantism’s ability to captivate the masses has dwindled. Now a lot of things are cloaked under the name Protestantism that one should openly and honestly call materialism. The only thing about Protestantism that is still considered valuable and is still taken into account is the possibility of thinking freely.” (Page 106)
- Title: The Young Bonhoeffer: 1918–1927
- Author: Dietrich Bonhoeffer
- Series: Dietrich Bonhoeffer Works
- Volume: 9
- Publisher: Fortress Press
- Print Publication Date: 2003
- Logos Release Date: 2012
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
- Subjects: Bonhoeffer, Dietrich, 1906-1945 › Childhood and youth; Theologians › Germany--Biography
- ISBNs: 9780800683092, 0800683099
- Resource ID: LLS:DBW09
- Resource Type: Monograph
- Metadata Last Updated: 2022-09-29T23:12:42Z
Dietrich Bonhoeffer (1906–1945), a German theologian, pastor, and ecumenist, was a professor in Berlin, an uncompromising teacher in the Confessing Church, and a consistent opponent of National Socialism. Executed by Hitler at the end of World War II, his influence continues today as one of the most important theologians of the twentieth century. Bonhoeffer penned countless letters, portions of fiction, and several works on theology and ethics that have shaped modern religious thought. Life Together and The Cost of Discipleship are two examples of this modern martyr’s enduring legacy.