09/07/2025 11:00
- 17:30
HALL: Lecture Hall 42
Proponent:
Heinrich E.,
Langner-Pitschmann A.
Chair:
Deibl J.
Speaker:
Breunlich B.,
Deibl J.,
Fusaro M.,
Heinrich E.,
Langner-Pitschmann A.,
Stickler M.,
Uchmann J.W.
When considering the role of religious attitudes, beliefs and meanings in the context of socio-cultural transformation, we are led to theories in which religious content is perceived from perspectives that are not primarily or not genuinely religious. Among these approaches, there are also some examples of philosophical reflections in which philosophers refer to the Bible. References of this kind appear in a variety of philosophical fields - from philosophy of language to ethics and social/political philosophy. Quite often, philosophical recourse to the Bible occurs in thinkers or contexts where one would not necessarily expect it.
The panel aims to analyse some instances of such engagement and to discuss similarities and differences. What are the pressing issues of our time that prompt philosophers to draw on biblical material? How do they deal with the challenges that arise with regard to the precarious normativity of religious ideas and beliefs? Does the philosophical reception of the Bible provide any insights into how the current dynamics of transformation can be aligned in favour of a prosperous coexistence of different social and cultural identities?
We invite proposals for papers that address these and related questions. We particularly welcome established as well as emerging scholars. Please send your abstract of no more than 300 words to the co-conveners of the panel Esther Heinrich (esther.heinrich@univie.ac.at) and Annette Langner-Pitschmann (langner-pitschmann@em.uni-frankfurt.de). The deadline for submissions is 4 April 2025. By 18 April, the organizers will let you know whether your proposal could be accepted. Both conveners are happy to answer any questions you might have before you submit.