The Historical Association: Faith healing, miracles and science in the reign of Charles II: the Irish "stroker" Valentine Greatrakes (1629-1683)
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Explore the Irish “stroker” Valentine Greatrakes and his reputation in an in-person lecture on Charles II’s reign. Hear how faith healing, miracles and science intersected as beliefs about healing, religion and natural philosophy overlapped.
A Hertfordshire branch talk from The Historical Association on faith healing, miracles and science in the reign of Charles II, told through the Irish "stroker" Valentine Greatrakes (1629-1683).
The talk is at the Backhouse Room, Welwyn Garden City. Entry is free for members and £3 for visitors; contact the branch organiser for the start time.
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16 January 2027
Location
In-person · Backhouse Room, 116 Handside Lane, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire AL8 6SZ, Welwyn Garden City
Participation fee: £3
Free for members. Visitors pay £3. Associate members pay £15 per season.
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