This talk explores the evolution of humankind’s understanding of the concept of God as part of human culture and how these ideas shape our collective and individual religious consciousness. The first part of the talk will provide you with a “big picture” of the evolution of concept(s) of God through the ages. The second part will look at how these ideas influence an individual’s development and religious consciousness throughout his/her lifetime.
The talk will draw from ideas put forth mainly by Karen Armstrong in her books "A History of God" and "The Case for God" as well as Ken Wilber in his books "Integral Spirituality" and "A Brief History of Everything." Armstrong and Wilber are two of the world's leading scholars in comparative religions.
About the facilitator
Edmund Chia is originally from Kuala Lumpur where he began his career as a teacher. From 1996-2004 he was the executive secretary of interreligious dialogue for the Federation of Asian Bishops' Conferences. He then taught at Catholic Theological Union in Chicago, a seminary and graduate school of ministry.
Since 2011 he has been on the Faculty of Theology and Philosophy of the Australian Catholic University in Melbourne. He has a B.A. in Psychology, an M.A. in Human Development, an M.A. in Comparative Religion (all from the U.S.), and a Ph.D in Intercultural Theology (from the Netherlands).
When
Saturday 6 July 9am - 5.00 pm
Sunday 7 July 9am - 12.30 pm
Where
Dignity International
A-2-7 Pusat Perdagangan Seksyen 8 (Behind Mammoth Court/Giant Supermarket)
Jalan Sg Jernih 8/1
46050 Petaling Jaya
Registration
RM 60 (inclusive of 2 lunches, coffee and tea breaks)
Payment is by cash/GIRO transfer to CIMB Bank A/C No: 12650001973525 (Chow Mei Mei). Kindly send registration form and payment details to chowbernie@yahoo.com.
A voluntary collection will be made to cover costs for the workshop.
Please bring own writing materials
Enquiry
Angeline (03-7955 0845); Bernie (012-2637912)
