“Life is a battle between faith and reason in which each feeds upon the other, drawing sustenance from it and destroying it.”
Quote by Reinhold Niebuhr
Work
Reinhold Niebuhr: Major Works on Religion and Politics: (Library of America #263)
This volume gathers a selection of Reinhold Niebuhr's most significant works, presenting his thought on religion, ethics, and politics. As part of the Library of America series, it offers readers a curated overview of Niebuhr's contributions to twentieth-century American intellectual history, including his critiques of liberal optimism and his development of Christian realism. The book includes major texts that examine the moral complexities of power, justice, and democracy, reflecting Niebuhr's enduring influence on both theological and political discourse. more
Author
Reinhold Niebuhr
Reinhold Niebuhr was a prominent American theologian whose work on Christian ethics and social ethics had a profound impact on the 20th century. He was a key figure in theological discourse, particularly for his exploration of the nature of sin and the church's role in society. Niebuhr's theological thought has influenced various Christian denominations and has had a lasting effect on political and social thought. more
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