Professor Rachel Muers presents an Inaugural Lecture, "Divinity Among The Humanities: ‘Idle Decoration’ or ‘Water of Life’”

Lecture Abstract

Taking inspiration from Thomas Chalmers’ speech at the foundation of New College, Professor Muers explores how a School of Divinity, and within it the study of Christian theology, can exemplify and make the case for the value of the humanities within contemporary universities and contemporary society. Please note this lecture will be recorded.

Professor Rachel Muers

Rachel Muers joined the University of Edinburgh in 2022, as the first woman to be appointed to the historic Chair of Divinity. A theologian who tries to listen and speak across boundaries - disciplinary, confessional, and institutional she has worked both on the history of Christian theology (particularly the twentieth century) and on developing new theological responses to urgent questions. She is passionate about the importance and relevance of our subject, for the university and for wider society.

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