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André Gagné is a Full Professor and Chair of the Department of Theological Studies at Concordia University, currently on research leave (July-December 2025). His work bridges theology, political science, and sociology with global recognition through 400+ media features in outlets like The New York Times, The Guardian, and Le Monde. Education: Conjoint PhD from Université catholique de Louvain and Université de Montréal M.A. from Université de Montréal B.Th. from Université de Montréal His research centers on Christian Political Thought (examining theology-state dynamics), Global Pentecostal and Charismatic movements (analyzing their sociopolitical impact worldwide), and Reception History of the Bible (tracing interpretive trajectories across cultures). This interdisciplinary approach integrates historical analysis with contemporary case studies, particularly focusing on evangelical movements in the Americas and Europe. His eight books and recent journal articles reveal consistent thematic focus: the weaponization of spiritual warfare rhetoric in politics, apocalyptic narratives in populist movements, and religious violence in Western traditions. The 2024 publications on Trump-era evangelicalism demonstrate methodological innovation through media discourse analysis combined with theological critique. Scientific awards: Newsmaker of the Week (4 times) Newsmaker of the Month (4 times) President's Opinion Leader of the Year (2016) Expert Communicator of the Year (2024) Dr. Gagné supervises MA students in Theological Studies and PhD candidates in Individualized Programs and Humanities. His policy impact is evidenced by service on Public Safety Canada's National Expert Committee on Countering Radicalization to Violence (2023-2025), where he contributed theological perspectives on religious extremism. His media engagement strategy represents a deliberate effort to translate academic research for public discourse. He co-directs the Spirit, State, and Society podcast and maintains affiliations with Concordia's Centre for the Study of Learning and Performance, Université de Sherbrooke's Centre de recherche Société, Droit et Religions, and the multi-university Political Theology Research Group (McGill, Concordia, UdeM, ULaval).

• Christian Political Thought
• Global Pentecostal and Charismatic movements
• Reception of the Bible

Prof. Dr. Benedikt Hensel is a full Professor for Old Testament at the University of Oldenburg , where he serves as Dean of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences since 2025. He co-directs the Institute for Protestant Theology and Religious Education and leads the Digital Biblical Archaeology Oldenburg initiative. Research Focus : Interdisciplinary study of Israelite and ancient Jewish history, digital cultural heritage technologies in Levantine archaeology, and theological interpretation of Hebrew Bible texts. Projects : Hazor Digital (since 2024), Resettlement of Ruins and Memories (Gerda Henkel-funded), and Transjordan and Southern Levant Archaeology (since 2019). His recent publications analyze: Iron Age cultural memory formation in the Southern Levant Edomite-Israelite relations through archaeological and textual evidence Digital reconstruction of biblical sites like Hazor Yahwistic diversity in Persian period Judah and Samaria Theological implications of migration narratives in the Hebrew Bible Scientific Awards : 2018 Armin Schmitt Prize for Biblical Text Research Student Supervision : Currently advising PhD candidates on topics ranging from Idumean trade networks to post-exilic identity formation in biblical texts.

• Biblical Archaeology
• History of Israel
• Hermeneutics
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James Davila is a Professor of Early Jewish Studies at the School of Divinity, University of St Andrews, UK. His work focuses on ancient Jewish and Christian religious texts, with particular expertise in the Dead Sea Scrolls, Old Testament Pseudepigrapha, and late antique theological developments. Research Focus: Interdisciplinary studies of Second Temple literature Specialization: Merkavah mysticism, scriptural exegesis, and ritual studies His research bridges the Jewish and Christian scriptural traditions, examining how ancient texts like 4 Ezra and Hekhalot literature influenced early religious thought. Current projects include analysis of ritual practices in gnostic and mystical traditions. Selected publications highlight his contributions to understanding non-canonical scriptures (2013-2014), including critical editions and studies of ritual frameworks in ancient Jewish mysticism. Professional Networks: Society of Biblical Literature, British New Testament Association Academic Leadership: Principal Investigator for British Academy and Leverhulme Trust projects Contact: jrd4@st-andrews.ac.uk

• Early Jewish Studies
• Dead Sea Scrolls
• Old Testament Pseudepigrapha
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Lorenzo DiTommaso serves as Professor in the Department of Religions and Cultures at Concordia University, Montreal, where he has progressed from Assistant Professor (2004) to full Professor (2013), including service as Department Chair. His academic home encompasses Jewish Studies and Christianity programs, with biennial teaching of the graduate religion and popular culture seminar. Ph.D. in Religious Studies, McMaster University (2002) Postdoctoral Fellow, Yale University Divinity School (2001-03) NEH Postdoctoral Fellow, Center for Medieval and Renaissance Studies, Saint Louis University (2003-04) DiTommaso's research constitutes a comprehensive exploration of apocalyptic speculation across temporal and cultural boundaries, from ancient Near Eastern traditions to contemporary digital media. His work uniquely bridges textual scholarship on biblical apocrypha and medieval manuscripts with cutting-edge analysis of apocalyptic expression in video games, anime, and popular music. The intellectual scope spans apocalyptic historiography , manuscript studies , apocalyptic and millenarian movements , and religion in contemporary media , with distinctive expertise in Japanese cultural intersections. His methodological approach combines rigorous textual analysis with interdisciplinary cultural theory, particularly examining how apocalyptic frameworks shape human responses to crisis across historical periods. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a pronounced shift toward contemporary apocalyptic manifestations, with nearly half of his 2021-2024 output focusing on digital media, video games, and modern cultural phenomena. Simultaneously, he maintains deep engagement with medieval manuscript traditions and early Jewish-Christian apocalyptic literature, demonstrating remarkable versatility across historical periods. The thematic through-line remains apocalyptic determinism versus human agency , examined through diverse lenses from ancient prophecy to interactive gaming environments. Bibliographical Society of America - Pine Tree Foundation Fellowship in Hispanic Bibliography (2019) Nicky Carpenter Fellow in Manuscript Studies Marilyn Hollinshead Visiting Scholar (2023) Research Fellow at Herzog August Bibliothek (2024) DiTommaso has supervised over 20 graduate students since 2019 across diverse apocalyptic topics including disability studies in biblical interpretation, Satanism in virtual communities, and environmental apocalypse in radical movements. His research has been continuously supported by four major SSHRC grants (2004-07, 2007-11, 2011-16, 2018-24), supplemented by specialized fellowships at premier manuscript repositories including the Vatican Film Library, Herzog August Bibliothek, and special collections at Michigan State and Minnesota universities. He co-organizes the biennial 'Through a Glass Darkly' Symposium on Apocalyptic with Colin McAllister, now in its eighth year, rotating between Colorado Springs and Montreal. The 'Through a Glass Darkly' symposium serves as his primary collaborative platform, fostering international scholarly exchange on apocalyptic themes. He maintains active research partnerships with institutions including the Enoch Seminar and Azrieli Institute for Israel Studies, while leveraging special collections access at major libraries for manuscript-based projects. Current work on apocalyptic comic art involves collaboration with special collections at Michigan State and Minnesota universities, demonstrating his commitment to bridging traditional textual scholarship with contemporary cultural analysis.

• Apocalypticism (Ancient to Contemporary)
• Apocalypticism and Popular Culture
• Biblical Apocrypha and Pseudepigrapha
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Rev. Prof. Dr. Hab. Henryk Drawnel is a leading scholar in biblical theology and Qumran studies at the Institute of Biblical Studies, Faculty of Theology, John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin. His work bridges Second Temple Judaism with Aramaic literature, focusing on Enochic texts and their Mesopotamian influences. Education: Studied at Salesian seminaries in Cracow and Cremisan, Israel; Pontifical Biblical Institute (Rome); École Biblique (Jerusalem); Harvard Divinity School. His research centers on Aramaic manuscripts from Qumran, particularly the Book of Enoch and Levi Document , examining intersections with Mesopotamian astronomy, priestly education, and apocalyptic traditions. Key projects include critical editions of 4Q201-212 Enoch fragments and Mesopotamian influences on Jewish angelology. Recent publications (2025–2010) analyze literary structures of Enochic texts, lunar calculations, and Fallen Angels' theology. His 2011 monograph on the Aramaic Astronomical Book earned the Minister of Science award. Scientific Awards: Bronze Cross of Merit (2021) Minister of Education and Science Award (2021) KUL Internal Award for Top Publications Minister of Science and Higher Education Prize (2011) Drawnel's editorial roles include Journal for the Study of the Pseudepigrapha and Biblical Annals . He has organized major conferences, such as the 2017 Qumran Scrolls 70th Anniversary Symposium.

• Biblical Theology
• Dead Sea Scrolls
• Aramaic Literature
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Hermann Lichtenberger is Professor of New Testament and Ancient Judaism at the University of Tübingen, where he also directs the Institute for Ancient Judaism and Hellenistic Religious History. Born May 25, 1943, in Neu Werbas, Hungary, he holds a doctorate (1974) and habilitation (1986) in theology. His academic trajectory includes formative roles at Qumran Research Centers in Heidelberg and Marburg, professorial positions at the University of Münster (1988-1993), and leadership at Tübingen since 1993. Education: 1964-1970: Protestant Theology and Semitic Languages at Universities of Erlangen and Heidelberg Research Focus: Lichtenberger specializes in Dead Sea Scrolls (Qumran), Pauline anthropology, and New Testament exegesis within Second Temple Jewish contexts. His work bridges ancient Jewish thought and early Christian theology, with emphasis on apocalyptic literature, demonology, and messianic expectations. Recent publications analyze textual interconnections between Qumran manuscripts and Christian scriptures, anthropological themes in Pauline epistles, and historiographical methods in biblical narratives. Publications Trend (2000-2005): His 15 most recent articles reflect sustained engagement with Dead Sea Scrolls hermeneutics (demonology, messianism), New Testament exegesis (Romans, Matthew, Revelation), and Jewish-Christian theological interfaces. Common themes include angelology, temple symbolism, and the reception of Jewish texts in early Christianity. Institutional Leadership: Director, Institute for Ancient Judaism and Hellenistic Religious History (1993–present) Former Director, Institutum Judaicum Delitzschianum (1988-1993)

• Dead Sea Scrolls (Qumran)
• Pauline Anthropology
• New Testament Exegesis
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Karl Kutz is a Professor and Chair of Biblical Languages at Multnomah University. He holds a Ph.D. and M.A. in Hebrew and Semitic Languages with a minor in Classical Greek from the University of Wisconsin–Madison (1996), and a B.S. from Multnomah Bible College (1983). His research focuses on the Septuagint, Hebrew language pedagogy, and Old Testament exegesis, particularly in Job and Isaiah. He co-authored influential Hebrew grammar textbooks and has refined Hebrew instruction methods. Karl values Multnomah’s balance of academic rigor and student mentorship. Outside academia, he practices Hwa Rang Do martial arts since 1995. Education: Ph.D., Hebrew and Semitic Languages, University of Wisconsin–Madison (1996) M.A., Hebrew and Semitic Languages, University of Wisconsin–Madison (1996) B.S., Multnomah Bible College (1983) His research integrates linguistic analysis with theological interpretation, emphasizing textual fidelity and historical context. His publications explore Septuagint translation dynamics, Genesis creation narratives, and pedagogical approaches to biblical Hebrew. Karl’s martial arts practice reflects his commitment to discipline and holistic personal development.

• Biblical Studies
• Hebrew Language
• Septuagint Studies
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Piero Capelli is a Full Professor in the Department of Asian and North African Studies at Ca' Foscari University of Venice, where he specializes in Hebrew language and Jewish studies. His academic work spans biblical interpretation, rabbinic literature, Jewish mysticism, and medieval interreligious polemics. University: Ca' Foscari University of Venice Department: Department of Asian and North African Studies Academic Rank: Professor Email: piero.capelli@unive.it Capelli’s research focuses on the development of Jewish thought from antiquity through the medieval period, particularly in areas such as apocalyptic literature, the problem of evil, textual transmission, and the interaction between Jewish and Christian intellectual traditions. He has published extensively on topics including Ezekiel’s Merkavah vision, the figure of Satan in early Judaism, and the interpretation of Deuteronomy in late antique sources. His scholarly interests also extend to the cultural and theological dimensions of Jewish-Christian polemics in the Middle Ages, especially concerning figures like Nicolas Donin and Pablo Christiani. His recent publications demonstrate a sustained engagement with both primary textual analysis and broader thematic explorations. From 2023 to 2025, his work includes studies on apocalyptic texts like 1 Enoch, 2 Baruch, and 4 Ezra, as well as critical editions and translations of rabbinic and mystical writings. He has also contributed prefaces, introductions, and editorial leadership to journals such as Skenè and Humanitas , curating special issues on Jewish theatres and demonic traditions in Western culture. While no formal awards are listed in the provided text, his prolific output and editorial roles indicate significant recognition within the academic community. Capelli has advised on bibliographic projects and contributed to collective volumes, showing strong mentorship and collaborative engagement. He has not supervised any named students in the data provided, but his role as a professor implies teaching and guidance responsibilities. He leads no named labs or research teams in the available information, but his editorial and curatorial work suggests leadership in scholarly networks and academic publishing. His career reflects deep commitment to advancing the study of Jewish texts and their reception across historical and cultural contexts.

• Jewish Studies
• Biblical Literature
• Rabbinic Literature
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Rev. Prof. Dr. Hab. Mirosław Wróbel is a Professor in the Department of Biblical Philology and Intertestamental Literature at the Institute of Biblical Studies, Faculty of Theology, John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin. His academic work focuses on the intersection of Jewish and Christian biblical traditions, with special expertise in the Gospel of John, Targum studies, and intertestamental literature. His educational background and specific degrees are not explicitly detailed in the provided texts, but his title "Prof. Dr. Hab." indicates he has achieved the highest academic rank in the Polish system, requiring both a doctoral degree and habilitation. Prof. Wróbel's research interests span multiple areas of biblical scholarship: Biblical Studies with emphasis on both Old and New Testaments Johannine Literature, particularly the Gospel of John Targum Studies (Aramaic Bible translations) Jewish-Christian Dialogue throughout history Intertestamental Literature and Second Temple Judaism Biblical Theology and Hermeneutics His publication record shows a consistent focus on the relationship between Jewish and Christian biblical interpretation, with particular attention to how early Christian texts engaged with Jewish traditions. His work on the Gospel of John examines its relationship with Judaism, challenging simplistic readings of "anti-Judaism" in the text. His research on Targums (Aramaic Bible translations) explores how Jewish communities interpreted Scripture, providing valuable context for understanding early Christian interpretation. Prof. Wróbel has received several prestigious awards for his scholarly contributions, including the Rector's Award of the Catholic University of Lublin, the Phoenix Award from the Association of Catholic Publishers, and the Award from the President of Lublin City. His editorial work includes serving as editor-in-chief for the "Commentary on Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy" and membership on the editorial board of "Biblical Annals." As an academic mentor, Prof. Wróbel has served as a doctoral dissertation advisor and reviewer for numerous scholarly works. He has organized and participated in many international conferences, particularly the International Autumn Biblical Days, focusing on various biblical themes. His scholarly service includes membership in the Polish Academy of Sciences Theological Commission and the Polish Society for Jewish Studies. His research program demonstrates a commitment to building bridges between Jewish and Christian scholarship, with special attention to how biblical texts were interpreted in both traditions. His work on the Aramaic Bible translation project represents a significant contribution to making these important texts accessible to Polish scholars.

• Biblical Studies
• New Testament Studies
• Old Testament Studies
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Rev. Andrzej Piwowar is a Professor at the Department of Exegesis of the Historical, Prophetic and Sapiential Books within the Faculty of Theology of the John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin. His academic journey includes foundational studies in philosophy and theology at the Higher Theological Seminary of the Warmian Metropolis Hosianum (1989–1995), specialized biblical training at the Pontifical Biblical Institute in Rome (Bachelor of Biblical Sciences, 2001), and a doctorate in Biblical Theology from the Pontifical Gregorian University (2006). He earned habilitation in 2017 and was promoted to full professor in 2021. His research centers on Biblical Greek linguistics and wisdom literature of the Old Testament , particularly the Book of Sirach. He explores themes like divine justice, medical ethics in antiquity, cosmic theology, and syntactic structures of Biblical Greek. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on interdisciplinary analysis of wisdom texts, merging philology, theology, and cultural history. Professor Piwowar has received multiple Rector's Awards for scholarly excellence: a Third Degree Award (2011) for textbook authorship and organizational leadership; a Second Degree Award (2018) for his Greek syntax manual; a Third Degree Award (2020) for science popularization; and a First Degree Award (2022) for original research contributions. He holds editorial roles in several academic journals, including The Biblical Annals and Verbum Vitae , and participates in faculty committees overseeing curriculum development and research quality.

• Biblical Studies
• Old Testament
• Biblical Greek
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Markus Witte is a Professor at the Faculty of Theology, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, where he holds the Chair of Literary History and Old Testament Theology. His research focuses on the exegesis, literary history, and theology of the Old Testament, with special emphasis on wisdom literature (Job, Sirach), Septuagint studies, and the religious history of ancient Israel. Research Interests: Witte explores the interplay between biblical texts and their ancient Near Eastern contexts, textual criticism, and reception history. His work addresses theological themes like divine justice, human suffering, and wisdom traditions, often through interdisciplinary approaches bridging theology, philology, and archaeology. Publication Trends: Recent articles reflect sustained engagement with the Book of Job and Sirach, examining literary genres, translational issues in the Septuagint, and theological anthropology. His 2020–2025 publications demonstrate a focus on wisdom literature's role in shaping Jewish identity during the Hellenistic period and its ethical dimensions. Research Team: Witte leads a team including research assistants (e.g., Lucas Müller), student assistants, and international scholars like Marcus Joubert (DAAD doctoral student from Stellenbosch University, 2024–2025).

• Old Testament Theology
• Wisdom Literature
• Septuagint Studies
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Professor Kristin Joachimsen holds a prominent academic position at MF University College of Theology, Religion and Society and the Department of Archaeology, History, Religious Studies and Theology at UiT The Arctic University of Norway. She specializes in Old Testament studies, focusing on the Persian and Hellenistic periods with an emphasis on historiography, identity construction, and postcolonial theory. Her current research includes a monograph on cultural translation in Ezra and Nehemiah, analyzing fluid identity discourses through theoretical frameworks like boundary studies and memory theory. She teaches courses such as ‘Exodus: Text, Reception and Method’ and ‘Theory of Science and Research Ethics,’ reflecting her commitment to methodological rigor and interdisciplinary approaches. Her educational background includes a Dr. theology from the University of Oslo (2007) and extensive leadership roles, including Head of Department (2005–2009) and Associate Professor at the University of Tromsø (2002–2015). She has held significant administrative positions, such as membership in the Department Council for Theology and History (2016–present) and roles in national academic councils. Research interests span the books of Ezra, Nehemiah, and Esther, along with prophetic literature like Isaiah. She employs memory studies, gender theory, and postcolonial approaches to explore themes like identity, othering, and cultural hybridity. Notable projects include PERSIAS, studying Jewish perceptions of Persia, and the BiT project examining biblical education in Norwegian congregations. Her recent publications (2019–2025) address topics such as cultural boundaries in Ezra-Nehemiah, Jezebel’s reception, and Exodus narratives’ mobility themes. These works reflect her analytical depth and engagement with both ancient texts and modern theoretical frameworks. Professor Joachimsen actively contributes to academic governance and interfaith dialogue, serving on theological committees and producing reports on church-Jewish relations. Her work bridges scholarly rigor with practical theological education, making her a leading figure in Scandinavian religious studies.

• The Old Testament
• Historiography
• Identity-Religion-Ethnicity Studies
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Sari Fein is a Visiting Assistant Professor of Jewish Studies at Smith College since 2021, specializing in women and gender in early Judaism through lenses of motherhood, magic, and material culture. She earned her Ph.D. in Near Eastern and Judaic Studies from Brandeis University and holds advanced degrees from Harvard Divinity School and CUNY Hunter College. Education: Ph.D., Brandeis University; M.T.S., Harvard Divinity School; M.S., CUNY Hunter College Her research merges classical and contemporary methodologies to explore gender, sex, and sexuality in ancient Jewish texts and artifacts. Recent publications interrogate apocalyptic temporality in 4 Ezra and subvert traditional maternal tropes in Maccabean narratives. Key themes in her work include reproductive futurism, rabbinic constructions of the sacred, and feminist reinterpretations of Jewish antiquity. She actively participates in the Society of Biblical Literature and the Association for Jewish Studies. Scientific Recognition: 2023 Society of Biblical Literature Article Prize

• Women and Gender in Early Judaism
• Motherhood in Antiquity
• Ancient Magic and Ritual Practices
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Prof. Dr. Dr. hc Heinrich Assel is a Full Professor of Systematic Theology at the Faculty of Theology, University of Greifswald, Germany. His academic career spans systematic theology, ethics, philosophy of religion, and medical ethics, with a focus on Christology, comparative theology, and Baltic confessional cultures. Born 1961 in Bavaria 1980-1987: Theology and Philosophy studies in Erlangen/Heidelberg 1993: Doctorate on the Luther Renaissance 1999: Habilitation on Kant, Cohen, and Rosenzweig 2006: Appointed to University of Greifswald His research explores Christological frameworks integrating biblical exegesis with Jewish-Christian dialogue, comparative modern theology through Hermann Cohen and Karl Barth, and Baltic confessional cultures via the DFG-funded 'Baltic Borderlands' project. He also co-edits Proclamation and Research and the Encyclopedia of the Bible and its Reception . Notable awards: 2023: Honorary doctorate, University of Copenhagen 2020: American Library Association Award 2017: Senior Fellowship, Maimonides Center Hamburg As principal investigator, he raised €3.0366 million in third-party funding, including the BMBF-funded GANI-Med project on medical ethics and DFG International Research Training Group 'Baltic Borderlands.' He also serves on the Theological Chamber of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Northern Germany.

• Christology
• Comparative Theology in Modernity
• Hermeneutics and Biblical Reception History
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Kent Clarke serves as the Brooke Foss Westcott Professor of New Testament Textual Criticism, Greek Studies, and Hermeneutics within the Department of Religious Studies at Trinity Western University's Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences. A full-time faculty member since 2002, he concurrently directs Canada's largest New Testament manuscript collection—the Reuben J. Swanson Biblical Manuscript Image Collection—and leads the BibleWorks Manuscript Transcription Project, which has pioneered digital transcription methodologies for ancient biblical texts. His academic credentials include: PhD in Theology and Religious Studies from Trinity College, University of Bristol (2002) Master’s Degree in Theological Studies (First Class Honours) from Trinity Western University (1994) Bachelor’s Degree in Theology (summa cum laude) from Okanagan Bible College (1992) Clarke's research investigates Jewish and Hellenistic backgrounds to early Christianity, New Testament textual criticism and canon formation, Koine Greek linguistics, and Enlightenment-era impacts on biblical criticism. His work uniquely bridges manuscript studies with hermeneutical theory, examining how historical contexts shape textual interpretation and theological development across centuries. His 25+ year publication trajectory reveals three dominant scholarly currents: critical assessments of major manuscript editions (notably Codex Vaticanus), analyses of Enlightenment rationalism's influence on biblical scholarship, and investigations into the interplay between paleography and philanthropy in manuscript acquisition history. Recent work increasingly examines hermeneutical frameworks for integrating faith and intellectual inquiry in contemporary contexts. His scientific honors include: Trinity Western University Rooted & Reaching Award (2017-2018) Davis Distinguished Teaching Award (2013-2014) Brooke Foss Westcott Funded Research Professorship (2007-Present) "Science, Faith, and Human Flourishing" Grant from Fuller Seminary (2018-2019) Through graduate supervision and the BibleWorks Project, Clarke mentors emerging scholars in manuscript transcription and digital humanities, while his administrative leadership as former Department Chair and Biblical Studies Program Coordinator has shaped curriculum development. His teaching portfolio spans foundational Greek language instruction to advanced seminars on New Testament theology, complemented by immersive travel courses across biblical lands. He directs two major research collections: the Reuben J. Swanson Biblical Manuscript Image Collection (housing microfilm, facsimiles, and digital images) and the Trinity Western University-Wikene Papyri Collection containing 175 newly discovered ancient Egyptian fragments, both serving as critical resources for global textual criticism research.

• Jewish and Hellenistic backgrounds to early Christianity
• New Testament textual criticism
• Canon formation
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