Dietrich Bonhoeffer

Dietrich Bonhoeffer (1906–1945) was a German Lutheran pastor, theologian and leading figure in the Confessing Church who opposed Nazism. He participated in resistance against Hitler, was arrested and executed in 1945; his writings include The Cost of Discipleship and Letters and Papers from Prison.

Quotes by Dietrich Bonhoeffer

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Action springs not from thought but from a readiness for responsibility. — Dietrich Bonhoeffer

Readiness for Responsibility: The Real Catalyst for Action

Finally, in today's world—facing challenges from climate change to social inequality—Bonhoeffer’s message retains acute relevance. While awareness and reflection are essential, they must be accompanied by the courage to shoulder responsibility. Only when individuals transform readiness into action does genuine progress materialize, embedding Bonhoeffer’s wisdom in the very fabric of collective advancement. [...]

Created on: 6/30/2025