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Born in February 1906, Bonhoeffer lived through one of the most tumultuous periods in history—World War II. He dedicated his life to opposing the Nazi regime, passionately urging society to recognize the dangers of blind obedience and hate. Despite presenting compelling evidence of the atrocities committed around him, Bonhoeffer faced persistent resistance from those he sought to enlighten.
After years of relentless activism, he found himself imprisoned and left alone with his thoughts. Here, he reflected on how a nation once celebrated for its cultural and intellectual achievements had succumbed to a mindset of compliance and cruelty. It was in this dark moment that Bonhoeffer realized the true adversary was not overt evil but the pervasive force of stupidity.