the Gifford Lectures series

The Gifford Lectures are a prestigious series of public lectures established in 1885 by the Scottish Lord Gifford. They focus on philosophy and the relationship between science and religion, aiming to promote intellectual and spiritual understanding. Renowned scholars and thinkers are invited to present their ideas, which are often published as books. The lectures have contributed to ongoing discussions about the nature of knowledge, belief, and ethics, drawing on diverse disciplines to explore profound questions about existence and humanity's place in the universe.