Stephen B. Chapman

Stephen B. Chapman is an Associate Professor of Old Testament at Duke University's Divinity School, serving since 2008. Previously, he held positions as Assistant Professor (2001–2008) and Director of Graduate Studies (2017–2020). He earned his Ph.D., M.Phil., M.Div., and B.A. from Yale University. His research focuses on biblical canon formation, Old Testament theology, and the intersection of biblical narratives with Christian tradition and modernity.

Education: PhD (1998), M.Phil (1994), M.Div (1990), and B.A. (1984) from Yale University.

Research Interests: Includes the Old Testament as Christian scripture, dynamics of biblical narrative, biblical violence, and the theological interpretation of scripture. Key areas include canon formation, textual criticism, and the role of the Old Testament in Western culture and Christian tradition.

Grants: Recipient of Wabash Center grants for teaching programs (2013–2014) and fostering a culture of teaching (2017–2022). Collaborations with publishers like Baker Book House, Cambridge University Press, and Eerdmans Publishing Company.

Teaching: Courses include Old Testament Interpretation, Biblical Theology, and historical studies of Israel. Recent courses:

• OLDTEST 752: Old Testament Interpretation I
• NEWTEST 865: Biblical Theology
• OLDTEST 891: History of Biblical Interpretation in Modernity

Labs/Teams: Active in Divinity School initiatives promoting theological interpretation and biblical scholarship. Engaged in interdisciplinary collaborations addressing modern theological challenges.