And God Laughed: Humor in the Bible
314 Royce HallSince the Hebrew Bible is a sacred text for Jews and Christians many readers naturally assume it cannot contain any humor. This talk will explore several biblical narratives that employ humor to make serious theological points. Becoming aware of such biblical humor can enrich our understanding of these stories and of certain theological ideas the...
Navigating Religious Ethics: Beyond Secular Boundaries
Kaplan 365This talk by Mairaj Syed (UC Davis) delves into the complexities and merits of studying and teaching religious ethics in a secular academic institutional setting. It initiates a critical dialogue on methodologies, contrasting purely descriptive approaches with those advocating for normative inquiry. Further, it examines the impact of the rising prominence of Third Worldist and...
The Great Search with John Philip Newell
Royce Hall 306The story of Adam and Eve’s fall from innocence in the Garden of Eden is a mythical account of humanity’s broken relationship with the divine, with Earth, and with themselves. In contrast, Celtic wisdom is built on a strong bond with Earth. In the prophetic figures that author John Philip Newell draws from in his...