The Dead Sea Scrolls, Austerity, and the Role of Elites

In the 70 years since the discovery of the first Dead Sea Scrolls notions of isolationism and austerity were frequently associated with the scribal movement settled by the western shore of the Dead Sea more than two thousand years ago.

This lecture will challenge the dominant narrative of a movement of elite scribes devoid of substantial material assets and sketch alternative perspectives.

• Professor Charlotte Hempel (Birmingham)
• Inaugural lecture
• 5.15 for 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm followed by a Reception
• This event is free, but booking is essential. For registration, please visit the Eventbrite online page