'Turbulent priests' in 20th century Britain: 1 - Bishop Hensley Henson and Dean Hewlett Johnson

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    London

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The course explores the context, life, contributions and controversies relating to both these senior Anglican clerics .

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Keeley Street, Covent Garden, WC2B 4BA

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- the lives and achievements of both clerics- why these clerics generated controversy and the rationale/context of their views and the policies which they pursued.

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Topics covered include the radical theological ideas associated with Henson such as rejection of the Virgin Birth, anti-trade unionism and disestablishment. Similarly Hewlett Johnson’s support for pacifism in the First World War, defence of Republican Spain and his championing of Stalin’s Russia.


The half day course is a mix of tutor presentation and discussion.
Pen and paper for any optional note taking.

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You might be interested in 'Turbulent priests' in 20th century Britain 2: Bishops George Bell, Mervyn Stockwood and John Robinson (Course code: HRS12).

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'Turbulent priests' in 20th century Britain: 1 - Bishop Hensley Henson and Dean Hewlett Johnson

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