Bonhoeffer and King: Speaking Truth to Power

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.

Author: J. Deotis Roberts
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
Published: 12/22/2004
Pages: 176
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.64lbs
Size: 8.48h x 5.86w x 0.48d
ISBN: 9780664226527

Review Citation(s):
Christian Century 12/11/2008 pg. 47

About the Author
Roberts, J. Deotis: - 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.