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Dr. Chad Spigel is an Assistant Professor in the Religion Department at Trinity University, where he has taught Hebrew Bible, Judaism, and archaeology courses since 2008. His academic profile combines classroom instruction with active archaeological fieldwork and scholarly publication.
Dr. Spigel's research expertise includes:
- Ancient synagogue architecture and function
- Jewish communities in antiquity
- Archaeological methods applied to religious sites
- Interpretation of biblical texts through archaeological evidence
- Analysis of Jewish Diaspora communities
His scholarly work demonstrates a rigorous interdisciplinary approach that bridges textual analysis with material evidence. Dr. Spigel has made significant contributions to debates about synagogue dating methods and the interpretation of ancient Jewish worship spaces, challenging established assumptions with new methodological approaches.
Dr. Spigel has been actively involved in archaeological fieldwork, most notably serving as an Area Supervisor for the excavation of Huqoq in Israel from 2011-2014. This hands-on experience directly informs both his research publications and classroom teaching, providing students with real-world connections to ancient religious practices.
Currently, Dr. Spigel serves as a Councilor for the Arts and Humanities division of CUR (Council on Undergraduate Research) and is developing a book on undergraduate research in Religious Studies, reflecting his commitment to mentoring the next generation of scholars and advancing research methodologies in his field.
