Being Human, Becoming Human
Dietrich Bonhoeffer and Social Thought
Series: Princeton Theological Monograph Series
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About this book
Being Human, Becoming Human assembles a distinguished and international group of scholars to examine Bonhoeffer's understanding of human sociality. From the introduction of his dissertation, Sanctorum Communio, where he notes "the social intention of all the basic Christian concepts," to his final writings in prison, where he describes Christian faith as being for others, the theme of human sociality runs throughout Bonhoeffer's works. This theme links Bonhoeffer with contemporary concerns in theology, philosophy, cultural studies, and science regarding human reason, human nature, and their socio-cultural expressions.
Vital reading for Bonhoeffer scholars as well as for those invested in theological debates regarding the social nature of human being, the essays in this volume examine Bonhoeffer's rich resources for thinking about what it means to be human, to be the church, to be a disciple, and to be ethically responsible in our contemporary world.
Praise for this book
This collection of essays by distinguished scholars provides new insights into the meaning of Christian humanism that avoids the pitfalls of individualism on the one hand and collectivism on the other hand. An excellent book for all who seek to affirm the human in an increasingly dehumanizing global context.
Ralf K. Wustenberg Professor of Religious Studies, University of Flensburg, Germany
This collection, written by leading Bonhoeffer scholars, deals with an element of Bonhoeffer's anthropology which, in our times of individualistic thinking, is more relevant than ever: how Christ is the foundation for a life in responsible relations.
Christiane Tietz Chair for Systematic Theology, Evangelisch-Theologische Fakultat, University of Mainz, Germany
...this is an important selection of essays for any one interested in the writings and vision of Dietrich Bonhoeer. Moreover, it is a vital work for those who may want to better understand the meaning and implication of participation in Christ.
Ashley John Moyes,University of Newcastle, NSW, from a review in Colloquium
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