In this episode, Lorelee Siemens shares the poignant story of Maria and her connection to the renowned theologian Dietrich Bonhoeffer during a tumultuous time in Nazi Germany. As Maria grows up amidst the changing landscape of her country, we explore her relationship with Dietrich, a pastor who boldly opposed Hitler.
Their love story unfolds against the backdrop of war, loss, and moral dilemmas, highlighting the cost of faithfulness and the importance of standing for truth in the face of evil.
Chapters:
(01:27) Maria Bonhoeffer was born on a Prussian estate in 1924
(05:24) Seven years ago, Dietrich Bonhoeffer taught confirmation class in Germany
(09:32) Dietrich fell in love with Maria while serving in the war
(15:25) Dietrich and Maria became engaged on January 13, 1943
(23:53) The first attempt at an assassination on Hitler in 1943 failed spectacularly
(28:53) Gestapo arrested Dietrich Bonhoeffer for suspected Nazi conspiracy
(34:24) Dietrich Bonhoeffer was arrested for suspected involvement in a Hitler plot
(35:37) Dietrich Bonhoeffer stood against Hitler and was executed in 1945
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If you enjoyed this episode, listen to these as well:
The History of the Hymns: https://loreleesiemens.com/podcasts/hymns
The Rise and Fall of Faith in Germany: Bonhoeffer's Story https://loreleesiemens.com/media/771671-3210084-35176895/the-rise-and-fall-of-faith-in-germany-bonhoeffers-story
The Hidden History of Eugenics and Its Modern Implications: https://loreleesiemens.com/media/771671-3210084-35159509/the-hidden-history-of-eugenics-and-its-modern-implications
Faith in the 1920s: Surviving After the Storm: https://loreleesiemens.com/media/771671-3210084-35141113/faith-in-the-1920-s-surviving-after-the-storm
