Ethics in the Thought of Dietrich Bonhoeffer

Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to outline Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s ethical thought and examine how his work has been received by theologians over the years. These are preceded by a short biographical note, which serves as contextual background for the discussion. The justification for this study is provided by the renewed interest in Bonhoeffer’s writings in recent decades. KEYWORDS: Bonhoeffer, Ethics, Life Together, Creation and Fall, Reception of Bonhoeffer