Bonhoeffer and King: Speaking Truth to Power

Roberts, J. Deotis

ISBN 10: 0664226523 / ISBN 13: 9780664226527

Published by Westminster John Knox Press, Louisville,Kentucky, 2005

About this Item

As new copy. (see picture) 160 pages including index.

Seller Inventory # 009357

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Bonhoeffer and King: Speaking Truth to Power
• Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press, Louisville,Kentucky
• Publication Date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0664226523
• ISBN 13: 9780664226527
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: As New
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket

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Synopsis

A study of two of the most significant prophetic leaders in the twentieth century, J. Deotis Roberts's Bonhoeffer and King is an instructive work in theological ethics. This book considers and compares the theological reflections that guided Bonhoeffer's courageous stand against Nazism and King's quest for civil rights in America.

About the Author

J. Deotis Roberts is a highly esteemed theologian who was one of the founders of the Black Theology movement. He has taught and held administrative posts at a number of theological institutions. Among his books are The Prophethood of Black Believers: An African American Political Theology for Ministry, Black Theology in Dialogue, Liberation and Reconciliation: A Black Theology, and A Black Political Theology, all available from WJK.