The FD Maurice Lectures were established in 1933 in honour of Frederick Denison Maurice. Maurice, who was Professor of English Literature and History (1840-1846) and then Professor of Theology (1846-1853) at King's, was forced to leave the College in 1853 on the grounds that his theological ideas would be detrimental to students, although a more fundamental reason was probably his social radicalism.
The FD Maurice lectures take place over three consecutive evenings in the Spring, with a common theme. The establishment of the lectures testified to a later generation's recognition of Maurice's enormous contribution to education and to society. Maurice's own range of interests is reflected in the range of topics addressed in FD Maurice Lectures, within the fields of Biblical Studies, History of the Christian Church, the Study of Religion, Systematic and Moral Theology, and the intersection between religion and society. The lectures have been given by some of the most eminent specialists in their field and are designed both for students and staff and for the informed public.
We're pleased to announce Professor Mona Siddiqui will deliver the 2020 Lecture series.