Kathleen Ferrier presents the Sint Jorislezing in Amersfoort, exploring the profound history of slavery and its enduring connections to contemporary democracy. This significant lecture fosters essential dialogues about our past, shaping a shared vision for the future. The event aligns with the 2023 commemoration year, offering a chance for reflection. Attendees can also view the 'Zie mij. De Bijbel in foto’s' exhibition.
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Kathleen Ferrier will deliver the annual Sint Jorislezing on October 7, 2023, in Amersfoort. The lecture will explore the links between the slavery past and the present, discussing its impact on our shared future and the strengths and threats to our democratic state.
On Saturday, October 7, 2023, at 3:00 PM, Kathleen Ferrier will present the Sint-Jorislezing at the Sint Joriskerk in Amersfoort. This annual lecture, organized by the Chapter of Saint George, focuses on contemporary themes. Ferrier, a board member and former politician, will draw connections between the history of slavery and the present day, using it as a foundation for a shared vision of the future. She will also delve into what the past teaches us about our democratic legal system, its vulnerabilities, and its potential for strengthening. The year 2023 marks a special commemoration year throughout the Kingdom of the Netherlands, highlighting the slavery past. This painful but significant and historically under-recognized part of history has shaped present-day society. The commemoration year provides an opportunity to raise awareness and foster dialogues about slavery, its enduring consequences, and its legacy. Following the lecture, attendees will have the opportunity to view the exhibition "Zie mij. De Bijbel in foto’s" (See me. The Bible in photos) by the Bijbels Museum.
Admission to the lecture is free, and reservations are not required. Visitors can attend the related exhibition "Zie mij. De Bijbel in foto’s" afterwards.
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