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Events and radio mark Julian of Norwich 650th 

This year marks the 650th anniversary of the Shewings of Julian of Norwich with events in Norwich and further afield marking the occasion.

Julian of Norwich has become England’s most widely known female visionary.  In May 1373, when she was 30 years old and suffering what was believed to be a terminal illness, she experienced a series of 16 visions or ‘shewings’ which revealed aspects of the love of God. 

 Following her recovery, she spent the rest of her life pondering their meaning and implications and recording her insights in writing. 

Julian’s Revelations of Divine Love, the first known book written by a woman in English, has become a spiritual classic known and loved by millions and a guide to many in the way of faith, hope and love.

She became an anchoress, living in the cell attached to the small church of St Julian off King Street in Norwich, and from that cell and that time her influence has radiated to the present day and across the world.

Julian Week, which runs until May 14 sees several events which run on throughout the year. Find more details here.

On May 8, BBC Radio 4’s Woman’s Hour ran a special programme which you can listen to here.

The Bishop of Norwich the Rt Rev Graham Usher said: “Julian of Norwich’s legacy has made a significant contribution to English spirituality, and she is revered not only in this city and diocese, but across the world. We find deep wells of consolation and hope in her writing as she seems to have an uncanny knack to speak directly to us, 650 years after her Shewings in May 1373.”

To find out more about Julian of Norwich and events visit: www.julianofnorwich.org
 


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