The Influence of the Decalogue: Historical, Theological and Cultural Perspectives

The Decalogue, the Ten Commandments or the “Ten Words”, as they are called in Hebrew, have constantly been received, taught, and transformed over two and a half millennia, not only in religious catechesis and exegetical interpretation, but also in art, music, film, philosophy, and in the history of law. The two tablets of the law have become a fundamental religious icon in both Judaism and Christianity. The Decalogue certainly is one of the most intensely used texts in world history. Yet, no attempt has been made to systematically consider the history of its influence. We are delighted, therefore, to invite you to an interdisciplinary conference, with eighteen international speakers, with this aim.

The conference is being organised by Dr Dominik Markl SJ (Heythrop College, London) and Dr Christine Joynes (Centre for Reception History of the Bible, University of Oxford).

Registration

Please register by emailing your contact details (address and telephone number) and yourregistration options (date/dates of participation and any special dietary or mobility needs) to Katie Plumb [email protected] (PA to Dr Dominik Markl SJ) by 6th April.

Registration Options, Costs and Payment

• Full participation (including lunch, tea/coffee, conference material):Full price £60; Concessions £45
• Conference dinner (all welcome, but optional): Full price £26; Concessions £25
• One day participation (including lunch, tea/coffee, conference material):Full price £40; Concessions £30

Please send a cheque payable to “Centre for Reception History of the Bible” or “CRHB” to Dr Dominik Markl SJ, Heythrop College, 23 Kensington Square, London W8 5HN to confirm your registration.

Locations

The sessions will be held in The Danson Room of Trinity College in Broad Street, Oxford (www.trinity.ox.ac.uk). During the session breaks we will be able to enjoy the idyllic gardens. For the conference dinner (Monday evening) we will enjoy French Cuisine at Pierre Victoire Bistrot (9 Little Clarendon Street). 

Accommodation

We kindly ask you to organise accommodation in Oxford on your own. If you require suggestions, please do not hesitate to contact Katie Plumb.