Johannes Thon

PD Dr. Johannes Thon is a Lecturer in Old Testament Studies at Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg's Faculty of Theology. He holds a PhD (2005) and Habilitation (2020), and serves as Pastor in the Hohenthurm parish. His research focuses on biblical hermeneutics, language studies in religious contexts, and interfaith dialogue. He contributed to the DFG-funded 'Language Conceptions' project (2009–2014).

• Education: Theology studies in Halle, Jerusalem, and Berlin (1991–1998)
• Key Roles: Research Associate at Institute for Biblical Studies (2006–present), Hebrew instructor (2011–2016)

Research emphasizes biblical tradition in Islam, language's role in identity, and Psalms exegesis. He authored works on Phinehas, Proverbs, and linguistic awareness in ancient texts. His recent publications include a 2022 Habilitation study on Proverbs' linguistic metaphors.

Publications span monographs, co-edited volumes, and essays exploring Old Testament exegesis, intertextuality, and interreligious engagement. His work bridges theology, linguistics, and cultural studies.