Markus Saur

Prof. Dr. Markus Saur has been Professor of Exegesis and Theology of the Old Testament at the University of Bonn's Protestant Theological Faculty since 2017. Previously, he held professorships at the University of Kiel (2009-2017) and served as an Academic Councilor at the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg (2007-2009).

Education:

• Habilitation in Old Testament, University of Basel (2007)
• Dr. theol., University of Erlangen-Nuremberg (2003)
• First Theological Examination/Diplom-Theologe, University of Marburg (1999)
• Studies in Theology, Philosophy & Ancient History at Kiel, Montpellier, and Erlangen-Nuremberg (1993-1999)

Research Focus:

Saur specializes in three core areas: (1) Old Testament wisdom literature, examining texts like Proverbs and Ecclesiastes; (2) Psalm and Psalter research, analyzing liturgical and theological dimensions; and (3) Old Testament prophecy, particularly the Book of Ezekiel. His work integrates literary, historical, and theological methods to explore ancient Israelite thought.

Publications Trend:

Saur's recent articles (2019-2024) predominantly analyze wisdom literature and prophetic texts, emphasizing theological anthropology, divine justice, and historical-critical approaches. His 2023 monograph Gelassenheit interprets Ecclesiastes, while articles showcase intertextual analysis of Proverbs, Ezekiel's oracles, and royal Psalms.

Awards & Fellowships:

• Senior Fellow, Alfried Krupp Wissenschaftskolleg Greifswald (2018)
• German Research Foundation (DFG) Scholarship (2000-2002)
• Studienstiftung des deutschen Volkes Scholarship (1993-1999)

Academic Service:

Saur has edited multiple Festschriften and thematic volumes, contributed to encyclopedias (WiBiLex), and published extensive book reviews. He maintains active scholarly engagement through conferences and collaborative projects in Old Testament studies.