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Preaching in Hitler's Shadow: Sermons of Resistance in the Third Reich,Used
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What did German preachers opposed to Hitler say in their Sunday sermons? When the truth of Christ could cost a pastor his life, what words encouraged and challenged him and his congregation? This book answers those questions.Preaching in Hitler's Shadow begins with a fascinating look at Christian life inside the Third Reich, giving readers a real sense of the danger that pastors faced every time they went into the pulpit. Dean Stroud pays special attention to the role that language played in the battle over the German soul, pointing out the use of Christian language in opposition to Nazi rhetoric.The second part of the book presents thirteen welltranslated sermons by various select preachers, including Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Karl Barth, Rudolf Bultmann, and others not as well known but no less courageous. A running commentary offers cultural and historical insights, and each sermon is preceded by a short biography of the preacher.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Preaching in Hitler's Shadow'? A: The book explores the sermons of German preachers who opposed Hitler, focusing on their messages of resistance during the Third Reich.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Preaching in Hitler's Shadow' is Dean G. Stroud.
- Q: What type of content can I expect in the book? A: The book includes a historical overview of Christian life under Nazi rule and thirteen translated sermons from notable preachers, accompanied by commentary and biographies.
- Q: Is 'Preaching in Hitler's Shadow' a new or used book? A: The book is listed as a new item in good condition.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 215 pages.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the first edition of 'Preaching in Hitler's Shadow', published on November 1, 2013.
- Q: Are the sermons in the book well-known? A: The book features sermons from well-known preachers like Dietrich Bonhoeffer and Karl Barth, as well as lesser-known yet courageous figures.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The binding type of 'Preaching in Hitler's Shadow' is paperback.
- Q: What historical context does the book provide? A: The book provides insights into the dangers faced by pastors in the Third Reich and how they used language to oppose Nazi ideologies.
- Q: Is there any commentary provided in the book? A: Yes, each sermon is preceded by a running commentary that offers cultural and historical insights.