On Tuesday, February 12, the Institute honors Bruce Chilton and Jacob Neusner on their recent publications. Their discussion, in the Weis Cinema of the Bertelsmann Campus Center begins at 3:30 p.m., followed by a tea and book signing. Click here for details.

The 2008 Lenten Lecture Series, "Prophecy, Social Justice, and the Vision of God," by Bruce Chilton, is offered on Wednesdays, February 13, thorugh March 12. E-mail iat@bard.edu for luncheon reservations or call the office at 845-758-7279. Click here for details.

Graduate Seminar offered by Bruce Chilton

Bruce Chilton offers a week-long seminar, available for graduate credit, on his new book Abraham's Curse, at the Passionist Retreat Center in the Bronx.The seminar is offered by Wisdom University from March 31 to April 4. Click here for details and registration.

IAT Spring Conference

A detailed schedule for the three-day conference, The Golden Rule in the Religions of the World (April 15-17), is available. There is no charge to attend, but reservations are requested. (Click here for details)

Renew your membership today

This week we'll be sending membership renewals to members and friends of the IAT. If you'd like to send yours in now, click here for further information. Thank you! (Check out the member discounts below.)

The Center for the Study of James the Brother

For those of you who would like to read and research reference materials of the 1st-century, the Center for James wil be open on Monday afternoons from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. The Center is located in the basement of Village Dorm A. Please e-mail Rebecca Fanning to confirm at  rf822@bard.edu.

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The Institute is pleased to present a discussion and book signing in honor of volumes edited by Bruce Chilton and Jacob Neusner on Tuesday, February 12 at 3:30 p.m. in the Weis Cinema . (more)

This spring the Rev. Dr. Bruce Chilton offers a series of lectures on the topic, "Prophecy, Social Justice, and the Vision of God." These will meet on Wednesdays, February 13 through March 12. Make your reservaton today! (more)

Mirabai of Woodstock offers current IAT members a 10% discount on all purchases (excluding workshop fees). Mirabai is located at 23 Mill Road in Woodstock.