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Understanding faith. Enriching society.

Theos stimulates the debate about the place of religion in society, challenging and changing ideas through research, commentary and events.

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RE faces very significant challenges. This paper summarises a series of expert discussions about the subject’s future, hosted by Theos.
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Nick Spencer argues that the embodiment of human thought constitutes the thin red line between humans and Artificial Intelligence.
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Nick Spencer explores how the challenges we face when talking about the quantum world can illuminate theological discussions.
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Natan Mladin reflects on the collapse of Wonga, the new IPPR report, and the role of justice in today’s economy.
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Nick Spencer reflects on Trump’s presidency in the wake of sustained criticism of his moral leadership.
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Boris Johnson’s language reproduces prejudices about Muslims. Calling him out is legitimate, not an attack on free speech.
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The Sacred #24: Casper ter Kuile

In the 24th episode of The Sacred, Elizabeth Oldfield talks to Casper ter Kuile host of the “Harry Potter and the Sacred Text” podcast. 17/10/2018

It’s time for the government to act on Religious Education

As Theos launches a new briefing paper about the future of RE, Simon Perfect calls on the government to listen to the RE community. 22/10/2018

Religious Education

AI and MRS GREN: What does it mean to be human?

Nick Spencer argues that the embodiment of human thought constitutes the thin red line between humans and Artificial Intelligence. 11/10/2018

Artificial Intelligence, Humanity, Identity, Science, Technology

The Myth Gap: What Happens When Evidence and Arguments Aren’t Enough?

Natan Mladin reviews ‘The Myth Gap’ by Alex Evans, which explores the importance of myths and narratives in affecting long term change. 15/10/2018

Environment, Identity, Religion, Review

Latest thoughts from the Theos team and guest contributors on current issues around religion and society.

Among the most pressing political challenges of our time is to define the politics of the common good – ways of resisting the relentless commodification of our lives, our families and our communities. Theos shows us how the Christian tradition has a huge part to play in meeting that challenge.

Jon Cruddas MP

Research

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The Future of Religious Education: Debating Reform

Simon Perfect

RE faces very significant challenges. This paper summarises a series of expert discussions about the subject’s future, hosted by Theos in 2017. (2018)

Education, Religious Education

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Killing in the Name of God: Addressing Religiously Inspired Violence

Robin Gill

Robin Gill explores religiously inspired violence drawing on research into public attitudes on the topic. (2018)

Christianity, Faith, Islam, Judaism, Terrorism

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After Grenfell: the Faith Groups’ Response

Amy Plender

A study into the responses of faith groups to the Grenfell Tower tragedy on 14th June 2017. (2018)

Charity, Communities, Faith, Social Action

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Fortress Britain?

Ben Ryan

Fortress Britain? Ethical approaches to immigration policy for a post–Brexit Britain, from a Christian perspective. (2018)

Brexit, Christianity, Ethics, Immigration

Books

Theos researches and investigates the intersection of religion, politics and society in the contemporary world.

Theos is a body that commands attention.

The Economist

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18 October 2018

Chatham House Forum: Does Religion Incite Violence?

Professor Robin Gill, author of our latest report ‘Killing in the Name of God’ explores whether religion incites violence.

5 September 2018

Understanding the House of Islam

An event featuring Ed Husain, author of ‘The House of Islam: a global history’, reflecting on how to tackle unhelpful attitudes towards Islam.

23 June 2018

Nick Spencer and Steven Pinker: The future of humanity

Theos’ Nick Spencer and Harvard professor Steven Pinker debate science, reason and humanism, recorded for the video series ‘Unbelievable?’

2 July 2018

Migration: what next for the UK?

An event co–hosted by Theos, in partnership with St Mary’s University, Twickenham and Together for the Common Good.

Theos hosts public debates, discussions and lectures about relgion and society.

Theos has done a huge amount to raise the level of public debate about religion. It has won respect for its high–quality research and respect for honest enquiry.

Linda Woodhead, Professor, Sociology of Religion, Lancaster University

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Think debate has turned irredeemably toxic? I have just the podcasts for you

Understanding faith. Enriching society.

Report — Latest

RE faces very significant challenges. This paper summarises a series of expert discussions about the subject’s future, hosted by Theos.

Article — Latest

Nick Spencer argues that the embodiment of human thought constitutes the thin red line between humans and Artificial Intelligence.

Comment — Latest

Nick Spencer explores how the challenges we face when talking about the quantum world can illuminate theological discussions.

Comment — Latest

Natan Mladin reflects on the collapse of Wonga, the new IPPR report, and the role of justice in today’s economy.

Comment — Latest

Nick Spencer reflects on Trump’s presidency in the wake of sustained criticism of his moral leadership.

Article — Latest

Boris Johnson’s language reproduces prejudices about Muslims. Calling him out is legitimate, not an attack on free speech.

The Sacred #24: Casper ter Kuile

It’s time for the government to act on Religious Education

AI and MRS GREN: What does it mean to be human?

The Myth Gap: What Happens When Evidence and Arguments Aren’t Enough?

Among the most pressing political challenges of our time is to define the politics of the common good – ways of resisting the relentless commodification of our lives, our families and our communities. Theos shows us how the Christian tradition has a huge part to play in meeting that challenge.

The Future of Religious Education: Debating Reform

Simon Perfect

Killing in the Name of God: Addressing Religiously Inspired Violence

Robin Gill

After Grenfell: the Faith Groups’ Response

Amy Plender

Fortress Britain?

Ben Ryan

Theos is a body that commands attention.

18 October 2018

Chatham House Forum: Does Religion Incite Violence?

5 September 2018

Understanding the House of Islam

23 June 2018

Nick Spencer and Steven Pinker: The future of humanity

2 July 2018

Migration: what next for the UK?

Theos has done a huge amount to raise the level of public debate about religion. It has won respect for its high–quality research and respect for honest enquiry.

Think debate has turned irredeemably toxic? I have just the podcasts for you

‘Religious education in England: A cacophony of views on what to teach children about God’

Most believe religion is peaceful, but causes war, survey suggests.

Almost half of Brits think world would be more peaceful if no one was religious