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Chip Hardy is an Associate Professor of Divinity at Samford University's Beeson Divinity School, where he teaches biblical Hebrew and Old Testament studies. Previously, he held academic positions at institutions in North Carolina and Louisiana. His research focuses on Semitic languages, biblical interpretation, and ancient Near Eastern studies.
- PhD in Northwest Semitic Philology, The University of Chicago
- MA in Northwest Semitic Philology, The University of Chicago
- MDiv in Biblical & Theological Studies, Southern Seminary
- BA in Mathematics, The University of Oklahoma
Hardy's academic work explores how ancient Yahweh followers expressed faith through Hebrew and Aramaic scriptures and how modern believers can engage these texts. He has authored multiple books and peer-reviewed articles, emphasizing Hebrew grammar's practical value for exegesis.
His recent article Language & Text of the Hebrew Bible (2024) surveys contemporary Old Testament research, while earlier works address topics like pronominal gender parallelism, Nabataean inscriptions, and Hebrew cosmology. His teaching integrates linguistics, textual criticism, and theological interpretation.
- 2024: Southwestern Journal of Theology Book Award (Honorable Mention, Biblical Studies)
An ordained Baptist minister, Hardy combines scholarly rigor with pastoral application. His Samford faculty profile highlights his commitment to bridging ancient languages with modern faith practices.
