Andrew Chester

Dr. Andrew Chester is a retired Reader in New Testament Studies at the University of Cambridge's Faculty of Divinity. His research focuses on New Testament interpretation within early Jewish contexts, examining theological connections between emerging Christianity and contemporary Judaism.

Research emphases include:

• Early Christian-Jewish theological dialogue
• New Testament textual analysis
• Historical context of biblical texts
• Interfaith relations in antiquity

Though retired, he remains active in scholarly circles through publications and seminars. His work contributes to understanding the formative period of Christian thought within its Jewish matrix.