Benedikt Fronda on Work, Profession, and Moral Evaluation in the Middle Ages
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Work, Profession, and Moral Responsibility in the Middle Ages
How were work and professional activity evaluated in medieval preaching literature? The MA Colloquium at Bielefeld University invites you to a scholarly lecture by Benedikt Fronda on Thursday, November 5, 2026. The focus will be on the question of what understanding of work becomes visible in the Sermones nulli parcentes.
Historical Perspectives on Work and Profession
The lecture connects medieval history, theology, and the history of ideas. It examines how sermons shaped notions of moral evaluation, societal responsibility, and professional activity. The Sermones nulli parcentes provide insight into religious interpretations of everyday life and the ethical standards of pre-modern societies.
An Evening in the Colloquium on the Middle Ages and Early Modern Period
The event is part of the colloquium on the Middle Ages and Early Modern Period. Educators, researchers, students, and early career scholars will have the opportunity to reflect on historical sources, religious traditions, and theological argumentation patterns together. The atmosphere of the colloquium combines focused academic work with open exchange and intellectual community.
Public Lecture with Room for Discussion
The lecture starts at 6:00 PM and is expected to end at 8:30 PM. The venue is Building X, Room X-E0-222, on the campus of Bielefeld University. The event is public and free of charge. Information on how to participate and possible Zoom access details are available through the relevant contact address of the university.
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Visitors can expect an insightful evening about work ethics, professional images, and moral concepts of order in the Middle Ages. Those interested in religious history, theology, pre-modern societies, or the impact of preaching literature will experience stimulating scholarly exchange in Bielefeld.
