Albrecht Ritschl: References & Edit History

Otto Ritschl, Albrecht Ritschls Leben, 2 vol. (1892–96), by Ritschl’s son, is the definitive biography and contains a complete bibliography of Albrecht Ritschl’s writings from 1842 to 1889. Works discussing his theology are Philip J. Hefner, Faith and the Vitalities of History (1966), an analysis of aspects of Ritschl’s theology; David L. Mueller, An Introduction to the Theology of Albrecht Ritschl (1969), an assessment of the major lines of Ritschl’s theology, including a statement concerning his relevance today; David W. Lotz, Ritschl & Luther: A Fresh Perspective on Albrecht Ritschl’s Theology in the Light of His Luther Study (1974); and Darrell Jodock (ed.), Ritschl in Retrospect: History, Community, and Science (1995).