Bo H. Lim

Bo H. Lim is a Professor of Old Testament at Seattle Pacific University's School of Theology, where he has served since 2006. He also held the role of Interim University Chaplain from 2014 to 2018 and is an active elder in the Evangelical Covenant Church.

His academic credentials include:

• BA from UCLA (1995)
• MDiv from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (1999)
• PhD from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (2006)

Dr. Lim's research explores the intersection of biblical text, theology, and contemporary culture, with specialized focus on Israelite prophetic literature, Isaiah's formation, exile dynamics, and Asian American hermeneutics. He emphasizes Scripture's responsible application for the church's missional engagement in modern society.

His publications reveal consistent engagement with Old Testament prophetic books, particularly Hosea and Isaiah, demonstrating how ancient texts address modern concerns like forced migration and racial justice through theological interpretation.

Dr. Lim actively mentors students as faculty advisor for SPS's Asian American Ministry Program and contributes to academic discourse through the Journal of Theological Interpretation editorial board.