Karl Barth
Karl Barth was born on May 10th, 1886. Karl passed away December 10th, 1968 at 82 years old. Karl Barth was born in Basel, Switzerland. Barth attended the University of Bern, the University of Berlin, and the University of Tübingen.
Karl Barth was a Swiss Reformed theologian renowned for his significant contributions to Christian thought. His influential works include
The Epistle to the Romans and the monumental, yet unfinished, multi-volume series
Church Dogmatics, written between 1932 and 1967. Barth’s theological insights extended beyond academia into popular culture, earning him recognition such as a cover feature on Time Magazine in 1962. He is also celebrated for his role in the Confessing Church and his key contributions to the Barmen Declaration.
Barth began his career immersed in liberal theology but grew increasingly dissatisfied with its principles. This discontent led him to write the first version of
The Epistle to the Romans, introducing a novel approach to interpreting the New Testament. The second edition marked a decisive break with liberal theology, propelling him to global recognition as one of the most influential theologians of the 20th century.
On Religion: The Revelation of God as the Sublimation of Religion is a translation of Chapter 17 of Barth’s
Church Dogmatics, prepared by Garrett Green. For decades, Barth’s work has been underrepresented in religious studies, with scholars often favoring liberal theologians like Paul Tillich. Green’s translation seeks to correct this oversight, presenting Barth’s ideas with newfound clarity and accuracy.
This work revises key misinterpretations from earlier translations, such as rendering the German term Aufhebung as "sublimation" instead of "abolition," thereby better capturing Barth’s intended meaning. The updated text also includes English translations of Latin, Greek, and Hebrew citations, and it uses the NRSV for biblical references instead of the King James Version. Green provides an insightful introduction that contextualizes Barth as both a theologian and a critical thinker in religious studies. With teaching materials and a comprehensive summary developed through years of classroom experience, this book is an invaluable resource for students and scholars alike.
Barth in Conversations compiles a series of Barth’s articles, correspondence, interviews, and other writings from 1959 to 1962. This three-volume collection explores dialogues with diverse groups, including the Evangelical Community Movement (1959), the World Student Christian Federation (1960), and prison chaplains. It also features discussions with Zurich pastors, Methodist preachers, Catholic theology students (1961), an interview at the United Nations, and press conferences in New York and Chicago. These writings provide an intimate look at Barth’s life and thought, as well as his reflections on the role of theology in contemporary society. This collection is ideal for students and scholars seeking a deeper understanding of Barth’s theological legacy.
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Karl Barth: F.A.Q
When was Karl Barth Born?
Karl Barth was born on May 10th, 1886.
When did Karl Barth die?
Karl Barth died on December 10th, 1968 at 82 years old.
Where was Karl Barth Born?
Karl Barth was born in Basel, Switzerland.
What was the first book Karl Barth wrote?
The first book written by Karl Barth was The Epistle to the Romans, published in 1918.
What was the most recent book Karl Barth wrote?
His most recently released work was The Early Barth - Lectures and Shorter Works: Volume 2, 1909-1914 on October 17th, 2023.
How many books has Karl Barth written?
Karl Barth has written 85 books excluding contributions to anthologies. 1 book in the Bloomsbury Revelations Series, 69 books in the Non-Fiction Books, 3 books in the Barth in Conversation Series, 13 books in the Church Dogmatics Series.