Schleiermacher's Soliloquies: An English Translation of the Monologen with a Critical Introduction and Appendix

by Friedrich Schleiermacher

Schleiermacher's An English Translation of the Monologen with a ...

240 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2002

About the author

Friedrich Daniel Ernst Schleiermacher was a German theologian and philosopher known for his impressive attempt to reconcile the criticisms of the Enlightenment with traditional Protestant orthodoxy. He also became influential in the evolution of Higher Criticism. His work also forms part of the foundation of the modern field of hermeneutics. Because of his profound impact on subsequent Christian thought, he is often called the "Father of Modern Protestant Theology", and is considered an early leader in liberal Christianity. The neo-orthodoxy movement of the twentieth century, typically (though not without challenge) seen to be spearheaded by Karl Barth, was in many ways an attempt to challenge his influence.

Reviews

[Robin · Rating 2 out of 5]

One of the easier works of Schleiermacher to read.

[Greg Parker · Rating 4 out of 5]

Next to Speeches On Religion this book is a cake walk. An enjoyable read. It is mostly philosophical muses that relate to life in community and the development of the individual. I get the impression this is the sort of book that Frederick Beiser would nerd out on. There are a few lines that grab one’s attention as they relate directly to Fritz’s life.