Religion and Public Life at Harvard Divinity School
Religion and Public Life at Harvard Divinity School
We educate leaders on the civic necessity of understanding religion to build a just world at peace.
Programs
Religious Literacy and the Professions
Religious Literacy and the Professions collaborates with professionals working in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors to advance a deeper understanding of the complex influences of religions in modern human affairs.
Master of Religion and Public Life
The HDS Master of Religion and Public Life degree helps experienced professionals develop in-depth knowledge of the complex ways religion influences public life related to their career areas.
News
A Conversation with Terrence L. Johnson on Capital, Conscience, and Knowledge
RPL's spring conference, "Capital, Conscience, and Knowledge: Religion and the Common Good in a Market-Driven Society," delved into questions concerning the relationships between the economy, higher education, and religion.
RPL Explores Intersections of Justice and Public Theology
In a recent lecture, guest speakers Quinton Dixie and Rev. Leslie Callahan explored the legacy of the Rev. C.T. Vivian, discussing the intersections of justice and public theology.
RPL Examines Black Religious Thought and American Democracy
In a recent RPL guest lecture, Paul Cato examined the role of Black religious thought in American democracy, emphasizing the influence and challenge of love.
