Sven-Olav Back

Sven-Olav Back is a Lecturer at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Theology and Religious Studies, at Åbo Akademi University. His research focuses on early Christian apologetics, biblical studies, and intersections between Hellenistic philosophy and Christian doctrine.

• University: Åbo Akademi University
• School: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
• Department: Theology and Religious Studies
• Academic Rank: Lecturer

Research Interests: Back's work explores themes such as the Book of Revelation, Roman religious practices, polemics in early Christianity, and the reception of Stoic philosophy in Christian thought. His publications frequently analyze the historical, theological, and cultural contexts of New Testament narratives.

Publications: Back has contributed to academic works including Justin Martyr as a Polemicist, studies on the Areopagus speech, and analyses of Jesus-related accounts in the Jesus Handbook. His research spans topics like truth, falsehood, and Christian doctrine, often engaging with ancient philosophical frameworks.

Contact: Email: sven-olav.back@abo.fi