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The Davenant Institute advances and renews Christian wisdom for the contemporary church. We seek to sponsor historical scholarship at the intersection of the church and academy, build networks of friendship and collaboration within the Reformed and evangelical world, and equip the saints with time-tested resources for faithful public witness.
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Feb 20, 2020 • 1h 20min
Davenant Discussions - Peter van Mastricht Session 1
This is lecture 1 of 3 by Michael Spangler on the work of Peter van Mastricht. In this set of talks, Michael Spangler presents an overview of the first 2 volumes of Peter van Mastricht’s Theoretical-Practical Theology. Peter van Mastricht is an important Dutch theologian from the 17th century. His work is a bold defense of Reformed Protestant teachings. Notable is Mastricht’s clear articulation of Theology Proper in the lines of classical theism.
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Feb 16, 2020 • 53min
"C.S. Lewis: Protestant Prophet or Catholic Scholar" - Panel Discussion
A panel discussion on C.S. Lewis at the 2019 UK Convivium, "Liberal Education in a Libertine Age."

Feb 16, 2020 • 59min
"The Other Lewis" by Eric Hutchinson
A lecture given by Dr. Eric Hutchinson at the first Davenant UK Convivium Irenicum, "Liberal Education in a Libertine Age."
Full title: "The Other Lewis: Protestant Platonism and Liberal Learning in Nineteenth-Century America"

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Feb 16, 2020 • 1h 3min
"The Role of Wisdom in Education" by Alastair Roberts
Alastair Roberts, a theologian and author known for his insightful blogging and scholarship, discusses the profound role of wisdom in education. He analyzes Joseph's journey, exploring loyalty amid bureaucratic challenges. The conversation dives into biblical creation, focusing on temptation in the Garden of Eden. Roberts also reflects on the contrasting roles of the tribe of Levi and the importance of divine Law at Sinai in fostering moral growth. Throughout, he emphasizes the significance of intergenerational learning and the integration of wisdom into everyday life.

Feb 16, 2020 • 43min
"To Be Free of the Liberal Arts? Augustine on Education and Career" by Mattias Gassman
A lecture given by Dr. Mattias Gassman at the first Davenant UK Convivium Irenicum, "Liberal Education in a Libertine Age."

Feb 16, 2020 • 47min
"Becoming: Towards a Christian Philosophy and Practice of Education" by Lizzie Nesbitt
A lecture by Mrs. Lizzy Nesbitt at the 2019 UK Convivium Irenicum, "Liberal Education in a Libertine Age."

Feb 16, 2020 • 1h 18min
"C.S. Lewis and Liberal Education" by Michael Ward
A lecture (including Q&A) given by Rev. Dr. Michael Ward at the first Davenant UK Convivium Irenicum, "Liberal Education in a Libertine Age."

Dec 23, 2019 • 30min
Preview of 2020 Carolinas Regional Convivium
Interview with Dr. Donald Williams, special guest and keynote speaker at the upcoming 2020 Carolinas Regional Convivium (Jan 3-4). Dr. Williams is the author of "Deeper Magic: The Theology Behind the Writings of C. S. Lewis" as well as other fascinating books on important authors and their works. For info about attending the upcoming Carolinas Convivium go to DavenantInstitute.org/2020-carolinas-regional.

Dec 5, 2019 • 21min
Upcoming Davenant House Events, December 2019
A short interview with Michael Hughes, Director of Davenant House, about some forthcoming events at the Davenant House.

Nov 19, 2019 • 54min
Davenant Discussions - Ecclessiastes session 3
The third and final session of Dr. Benjamin Shaw's Davenant Discussion on the Book of Ecclesiastes