Jesus in the History of Politics and Philosophy
RSVPA lecture by Dr. David Lloyd Dusenbury
Event Overview
We often hear that Jesus was a revolutionary and a political radical of his age. But do the Gospels and their interpretation actually support such a political framing of his life? How can the highly political death of this deeply spiritual figure be explained? Why was Jesus, who said “I judge no one,” put to death for a political crime? Was the death of Jesus, who challenged the terrain of human power, political in essence? If not, how can philosophy explain that the death of the “Son of Man” turned out to be redemptive when he was crushed by the powers of the age?
Join Common Sense Society–Hungary on Thursday, January 26 for a lecture by philosopher and historian of ideas Dr. David Lloyd Dusenbury about his most recent book, I Judge No One: A Political Life of Jesus. Dr. Dusenbury will offer a modern philosophical account based on the earliest narratives of Jesus’ life, the gospels, and their later interpretations as a way to show that the study of Jesus’ life is a serious, supremely worthwhile, and meaningful task for philosophy. The doors open at 6:00 P.M., and the lecture will commence at 6:30 P.M. followed by a light reception.
Please note that this event is for members and alumni only. Not a member yet? Consider becoming a member of Common Sense Society–Hungary. If this is your first event at CSS and want to get to know us, you are welcome to join for a teaser.
Location
Andrássy Salon
Andrássy út 6. Floor 1 Apt 5
1061 Budapest, Hungary
Featured Speaker
Dr. David Lloyd Dusenbury is a philosopher and historian of ideas. He is a visiting professor at Vita-Salute San Raffaele University in Milan and a senior visiting fellow at the Danube Institute in Budapest. With a Ph.D. from the University of Leuven, he has held positions at Hebrew University of Jerusalem and Eötvös Loránd University. He has lectured widely in Europe on topics in philosophy, religion, and the history of ideas. His books include I Judge No One: A Political Life of Jesus, Platonic Legislations, and The Innocence of Pontius Pilate. His essays and criticism have appeared in The Times Literary Supplement, Corriere della Serra, American Affairs, and other cultural and political reviews.