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Scottish Network for Religion & Literature @religionlit.bsky.social · 19h

In a joint Buddhist Studies/SNRL event today Prof Justin McDaniel @upennrels.bsky.social provided our audience with some fascinating (and very funny) insights into his classes that encourage switching off, reading deeply and even taking temporary monastic vows. #digitaldetox @uoedivinity.bsky.social

Professor Justin McDaniel presenting his talk 'Living Deliberately through Existential Despair' in a lecture theatre

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School of Divinity @uoedivinity.bsky.social · 2d

What are the ethical questions we should be asking at this tipping point in AI development? On 7 Nov, 7pm we welcome expert in AI ethics, robotics and data science Shannon Vallor to speak with Jeremy Carrette about her book, ‘The AI Mirror’. Book now 🎟️👇
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Colour head and shoulders photo of Shannon Vallor smiling at the camera

Colour head and shoulders photo of Jeremy Carrette smiling at the camera

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School of Divinity @uoedivinity.bsky.social · 3d

New College Festival of Books and Belief, our annual book festival, takes place this year from 7-8 November! 📚🍂

Tickets are live so don't miss out and secure your place now 🎟️👇
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New College Festival of Books & Belief
New College | 7-8 November 2025

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Scottish Network for Religion & Literature @religionlit.bsky.social · 29d

The programme for this year's New College Festival of Books and Belief is now live! Book your tickets at divinity.ed.ac.uk/new-college-...

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