Between the Swastika and the Sickle traces the remarkable journey of Ernst Lohmeyer, a New Testament scholar and theologian who confronted the rise of Nazi fascism as a member of the Confessing Church. After serving in both world wars, Lohmeyer was appointed president of Greifswald University in 1946, only to be arrested by the Soviet NKVD.

James R. Edwards delves into Lohmeyer’s groundbreaking contributions to biblical studies and his unwavering commitment to faith under totalitarian regimes. Edwards also documents his own search for answers about Lohmeyer’s mysterious disappearance and execution under Soviet rule.

Key features:

• Detailed biography of a leading New Testament scholar
• Insight into the Confessing Church and resistance movements
• Analysis of Lohmeyer’s theological legacy
• Historical context of postwar Soviet occupation

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