Timothy P. Jackson

Timothy P. Jackson is a Senior Research Fellow and Bishop Mack B. and Rose Stokes Professor Emeritus of Theological Ethics at the Candler School of Theology, Emory University. He is also a senior fellow at Emory’s Center for the Study of Law and Religion and the Center for Ethics. Jackson holds degrees from Yale University (PhD 1984, MPhil 1980, MA 1978) and Princeton University (BA 1976). His research focuses on moral philosophy and theology, particularly the interplay between secular and Christian conceptions of truth, justice, freedom, and mercy. He has authored three books, edited two, and contributed to numerous publications. Jackson has held teaching positions at Rhodes College, Yale University, Stanford University, and the University of Notre Dame, and has been a visiting fellow at prestigious institutions like Harvard’s Program for Evolutionary Dynamics. His work bridges theology, law, and ethics, addressing topics such as human rights, anti-Semitism, and the role of love in liberal democracy.

• Education: Yale University (PhD 1984, MPhil 1980, MA 1978), Princeton University (BA 1976)
• Key Affiliations: Candler School of Theology, Emory’s Center for the Study of Law and Religion, Center for Ethics

His research interests emphasize the integration of theological ethics with contemporary moral challenges, including the ethical implications of genomics, the relationship between law and theology, and the prioritization of love (agape) in public and private life. Jackson’s publications reflect a commitment to interdisciplinary dialogue, engaging philosophers, legal scholars, and religious thinkers. His media engagements, including Q&A sessions and lectures, highlight his focus on applying theological insights to modern societal issues such as human rights, social justice, and interfaith relations.

His academic trajectory includes visiting roles at institutions like the Center of Theological Inquiry and the Whitney Humanities Center at Yale, demonstrating his influence in both theological and humanities circles. Jackson’s work often critiques reductive secularism while advocating for a robust theological engagement with modern ethical dilemmas.