Rauschenbusch (Walter Rauschenbusch)

Walter Rauschenbusch was an American theologian and a key figure in the Social Gospel movement during the early 20th century. He advocated for applying Christian ethics to social issues, emphasizing the importance of working towards social justice, economic equity, and improving conditions for the poor and marginalized. Rauschenbusch believed that Christian faith should inspire believers to engage in efforts to reform society and address systemic issues like poverty and inequality. His ideas significantly influenced later movements in Christian thought and social activism, promoting the idea that faith and social justice are interconnected.