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Prof. Daniel Bodi serves as Professor of History of Religions of Antiquity at Sorbonne University in Paris. His academic journey includes an M.A. from Fuller Theological Seminary, M.Phil. and Ph.D. from Union Theological Seminary in New York, a Ph.D. in Hebrew Bible from the University of Strasbourg, and a Habilitation-State Doctorate from Sorbonne University's History Department (1996).
- Fuller Theological Seminary - M.A.
- Union Theological Seminary, NY - M.Phil. and Ph.D.
- University of Strasbourg - Ph.D. in Hebrew Bible
- Sorbonne University - Habilitation-State Doctorate
Professor Bodi specializes in Hebrew Bible studies with particular focus on narratives surrounding King David. His research reveals deep expertise in ancient Near Eastern contexts, biblical women studies, and the political dynamics of ancient Israel. His work demonstrates how ancient texts interact with historical realities of the time, especially regarding royal succession and household administration in biblical narratives. Bodi's scholarship bridges linguistic, historical, and theological approaches to biblical texts.
His publications showcase expertise across multiple disciplines within biblical studies, with particular emphasis on the roles of women in ancient narratives and the political implications of biblical stories. His 2021 work on Abishag as administrator of David's household represents the cutting edge of his research into ancient Israelite administration structures.
Professor Bodi's scholarly contributions include:
- Multiple monographs on King David's wives
- Akkadian language resources
- Commentary on Ezekiel
- Studies on Babylonian and Persian influences on ancient Israel
His work appears primarily through Sheffield Phoenix Press and Zondervan Academic, indicating recognition within both academic and religious scholarly communities. His collaboration on the Zondervan Illustrated Bible Backgrounds Commentary series demonstrates his ability to make complex historical contexts accessible to broader audiences while maintaining scholarly rigor.
