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Stephen Shoemaker, a lecturer on the study of religion, said it is common for his students to be surprised by the significance of religion in the evolution of Harvard, and he believes part of his mission is to raise that awareness.

More than 106,000 people from 181 countries have registered for Harvard Divinity School's free, online course "World Religions Through Their Scriptures."

Professor Stephanie Paulsell writes about how in her course on contemplative prayer, she assigns just six books—and she and student read them each twice.

A student exhibition at Andover-Harvard Theological Library probes the ties and tensions between Christianity and slavery during American bondage.

Professor of the Comparative and Historical Study of Religion Kimberley C. Patton, who teaches the course "Dreams and Dreaming" at HDS, discusses the role dreams played in earlier, more religious cultures.

Much has been written about the Northern Ireland peace process, particularly on securing the peace. However, as Senator George Mitchell commented in relation to the Good Friday agreement, “If you think getting this agreement was difficult, implementing it...

HDS Professor Giovanni Bazzana led his students on a journey exploring Jesus Christ as a man beyond—and before—the writings of the New Testament.

Students in a freshman seminar taught by Professor Catherine Brekus curated an exhibit at Andover-Harvard Theological Library exploring the intersection of slavery and Christianity.

The following essay was written by Kayla J. Smith, thi rd-year MDiv student and President of Harambee: Students of African Descent. The 5th annual Black Religion, Spirituality, and Culture Conference (BRSCC) at Harvard, hosted by Harambee: Students of...

Anne E. Monius, Professor of South Asian Religions, passed away on August 3, 2019, at the age of 54. She died of natural causes. A distinguished scholar and engaging teacher, Monius taught for 17 years at Harvard Divinity School, where she specialized in...

Krister Stendahl, who played a crucial role in shaping the life and work of Harvard Divinity School, just as he was also a pioneer in the broader realm of ecumenical relations, died on Tuesday, April 15, 2008, at the age of 86. He had been in failing...

For Christopher Hampson, issues around debt forgiveness involve both moral and legal dimensions, and pursuing a joint degree at Harvard Divinity School (HDS) and Harvard Law School (HLS) enables him to think through the many dimensions of creditor-debtor...