Lily: The Voice of Alice von Hildebrand Transformation in Christ by Dietrich von Hildebrand - Episode 1 - Intro (Part I)
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May 24, 2024 
Dive into the fascinating history of 'Transformation in Christ' by Dietrich von Hildebrand with Lily. Learn about the challenges faced during its creation, the clash of ideologies within Christianity, and the profound significance of personal transformation in Christ through acts of love and charity.
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Birth Of Transformation In Florence
- Dietrich von Hildebrand wrote Transformation in Christ during summers in Florence in 1936 and 1937, shaping it from 18 talks he gave there.
- He published it under the pseudonym Peter Ott because his real name made the book unsellable in Nazi-controlled Austria and Germany.
Pseudonym For Safety
- After fleeing Austria, Dietrich sent the manuscript to a Swiss publisher who required the false name Peter Ott to avoid Nazi suppression.
- The book was reprinted under his real name only after Hitler's defeat and the end of the war.
A Defense Of The Supernatural
- Transformation expresses Dietrich's gratitude for faith as the gateway to the supernatural world and Christian virtues.
- He wrote it to defend and exalt supernatural grace against modern attacks that reduce or deny the supernatural.