Signs of The Times: Maps of history and prophecy from the Christian Brethren Archive
| Dates: | 31 March 2023 |
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| Times: | 13:30 - 15:30 |
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| What is it: | Talk |
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| Organiser: | John Rylands Library |
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| Who is it for: | Adults, General public |
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Led by historians Professor Crawford Gribben, Queen’s University, Belfast and Dr. Andrew Crome, Manchester Metropolitan University, this event provides a unique opportunity to see some of the mysterious maps of history and prophecy in the Special Collections of The University of Manchester Library and get an overview of their history and purpose. Signs of the Times will discuss texts and images of apocalyptic imagery from the 8th century to the present day.
The Biblical Books of Daniel and Revelation, with their mysterious prophecies of the futures, have posed a challenge to readers throughout the ages. Attempts to understand the texts’ predictions have led commentators to break the books down into highly decorative and original charts which set out both key historical events, and future fulfilments.
In its two hundred years of history, the Brethren movement has become well-known for the prophetic interests of many of its leaders. Today, apocalyptic themes remain popular in contemporary culture, Everyone Else Burns, a TV comedy set in Manchester, being a recent example. Join us for Signs of the Times in what promises to be a fascinating discussion.
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John Rylands Research Institute and Library
150 Deansgate
Manchester
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