In this lecture, Greg begins with a discussion of philosophical theology as it relates to music, creation and human striving. He talks about the ‘seriousness’ of the Arts, how they close in on meaning and evoke a sense of life’s significance. 

“Art seems to get closer to the soul. Stories suggest life is more than random. Movies suggest life is more magical. Music suggests life is more significant.” 
To explore the interplay between music and meaning, Greg highlights the creative work of U2’s Bono, and the Australian artist, Nick Cave. 

Dr Greg Clarke has spent thirty years exploring the connections between Christianity and the arts. Holding a doctorate in Literature from the University of Sydney, Greg has led university centres, media companies and charities striving to communicate Christianity in public contexts. His book The Great Bible Swindle was awarded the ‘Australian Christian Book of the Year’ in 2013. 

In this lecture, Greg begins with a discussion of philosophical theology as it relates to music, creation and human striving. He talks about the ‘seriousness’ of the Arts, how they close in on meaning and evoke a sense of life’s significance. 
“Art seems to get closer to the soul. Stories suggest life is more than random. Movies suggest life is more magical. Music suggests life is more significant.”  To explore the interplay between music and meaning, Greg highlights the creative work of U2’s Bono, and the Australian artist, Nick Cave. 
Dr Greg Clarke has spent thirty years exploring the connections between Christianity and the arts. Holding a doctorate in Literature from the University of Sydney, Greg has led university centres, media companies and charities striving to communicate Christianity in public contexts. His book The Great Bible Swindle was awarded the ‘Australian Christian Book of the Year’ in 2013.

The Inaburra Founders Lectures honour of a small group of pioneers whose vision led to the establishment of the school in 1982. The series is underpinned by Inaburra’s enduring value of lifelong learning and draws on a network of guest speakers to share their knowledge and expertise with our community. The Founders Lectures are hosted annually by Inaburra School in front of a live audience and are also shared as a podcast series.

The Inaburra Founders Lectures honour of a small group of pioneers whose vision led to the establishment of the school in 1982. The series is underpinned by Inaburra’s enduring value of lifelong learning and draws on a network of guest speakers to share their knowledge and expertise with our community. The Founders Lectures are hosted annually by Inaburra School in front of a live audience and are also shared as a podcast series.