How to (Not) be a Political Theologian

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How to (Not) be a Political Theologian
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A public lecture by Prof. Stanley Hauerwas

Should the church have a voice in the political debates of modern secular nation states? Shouldn't we keep religion and politics separated? Internationally renowned theologian Stanley Hauerwas discusses a “politics of Christian existence,” that calls for a renewal of political life by challenges received notions of both politics and secularity.

Prof. Hauerwas's book, "A Community of Character: Toward a Constructive Christian Social Ethic," was selected as one of the 100 most important books on religion of the 20th century. He recently authored "Matthew: Brazos Theological Commentary on the Bible" (Brazos Press, 2006) and "The State of the University: Academic Knowledges and the Knowledge of God" (Blackwell Publishing, 2007). He was named "America’s Best Theologian" by Time magazine in 2001. He has previously taught at the University of Notre Dame and is currently the Gilbert T. Rowe Professor Emeritus of Divinity and Law and a Senior Research Fellow at the Duke University Divinity School.

The lecture is hosted by the University’s Centre for Citizenship, Civil Society and Rule of Law (CISRUL).

Snacks and refreshments will be available in NK10 from 5.15 pm and after the lecture.

Venue: New King's 10, University of Aberdeen

Speaker
Professor Stanley Hauerwas
Hosted by
University of Aberdeen Centre for Citizenship, Civil Society and Rule of Law (CISRUL)
Venue
New King's Room 10