Dorothee Sölle's political theology is marked by a radical critique of capitalist structures and their dehumanizing effects. Her insistence on solidarity and resistance against systemic injustice positions theology as an active force for social transformation. Yet, Sölle's intellectual stance raises questions about the role of theologians and intellectuals within capitalist societies. This paper explores Sölle's critique of capitalism through the lens of Helmut Schelsky's sociology of intellectuals, which famously characterizes intellectuals as a "class without a class" whose influence depends on symbolic production rather than material labor. By juxtaposing Sölle's theological vision with Schelsky's sociological analysis, the paper investigates whether Sölle's call for praxis and liberation risks reproducing the very asymmetries she seeks to overcome—particularly the tension between intellectual authority and the lived realities of marginalized communities. The discussion will highlight how Sölle negotiates the paradox of intellectual privilege while advocating for a theology "from below," and will assess the contemporary relevance of her approach in light of ongoing debates about academic elitism, social justice, and the democratization of theological discourse.