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Life Together: The Classic Exploration of Faith in Community

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1939

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Dietrich Bonhoeffer

Life Together

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1939
Book Details
Pages

122

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Germany • 1930s

Publication Year

1939

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Life Together: The Classic Exploration of Christian Community by Dietrich Bonhoeffer examines the nature of Christian communal life, emphasizing spiritual practices such as prayer, worship, and personal reflection. Bonhoeffer outlines the importance of shared faith and mutual support in fostering a strong, devoted Christian community.

Contemplative

Inspirational

Informative

Heartwarming

Hopeful

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Dietrich Bonhoeffer's Life Together: The Classic Exploration of Christian Community receives praise for its profound and practical insights into communal Christian living. Readers appreciate its theological depth and applicability. However, some find its approach too demanding for modern lifestyles. Overall, it’s a revered work for serious spiritual reflection. MLA

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Who Should Read Life Together?

Readers who enjoy Life Together: The Classic Exploration of Christian Community by Dietrich Bonhoeffer are likely interested in theological texts, Christian community practice, and spiritual formation. Comparable books for this audience include The Cost of Discipleship by Bonhoeffer and Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis.

Character List

Dietrich Bonhoeffer

A German Lutheran pastor and theologian whose experiences in America at the Abyssinian Baptist Church in Harlem reinforce his belief in the necessity of living out one's faith through social justice. His actions and writings, despite the constraints imposed by the Nazi regime, reflect his dedication to his faith and resistance to oppression.

A pastor of the Abyssinian Baptist Church in Harlem, whose sermons on social justice impact Bonhoeffer profoundly during his visit to America. His role emphasizes the significance of integrating faith with social activism.

A Christian editor and translator who translated Bonhoeffer’s work, making it accessible to English-speaking audiences. His contributions ensure the dissemination of Bonhoeffer's theological insights and his legacy.

Book Details
Pages

122

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Germany • 1930s

Publication Year

1939

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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