Becoming Simple and Wise

Moral Discernment in Dietrich Bonhoeffer's Vision of Christian Ethics

Omschrijving

How does a Christian discern the will of God? While this question lies at the heart of the Christian moral life, religious communities struggle to articulate responses that balance simple faith and rational reflection. Some characterize discernment as simple obedience to the commandments in Scripture; others portray it as an exercise of human reason and conscience. Dietrich Bonhoeffer, the German theologian, pastor, and political conspirator who embodied a life of discernment amidst difficult circumstances in WWII Germany, offers a compelling theological account of how to seek and respond to God's will. By tracing Bonhoeffer's understanding of moral discernment throughout his writings, and especially in his Ethics, Joshua Kaiser demonstrates the importance of discernment for Bonhoeffer's vision of Christian ethics and explores how his view combines elements of simple faith and rational reflection. While the results of the study will be significant for those interested in Bonhoeffer, they will also be relevant to all who struggle along the path of Christian discipleship.
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Schrijver
Kaiser, Joshua A
Titel
Becoming Simple and Wise
Uitgever
Pickwick Publications
Jaar
2015
Taal
Engels
Pagina's
214
Gewicht
295 gr
EAN
9781620327418
Afmetingen
226 x 150 x 13 mm
Bindwijze
Paperback

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