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Delbert Burkett is the Jaak Seynaeve Professor of Biblical Studies and Professor of Religious Studies at Louisiana State University. He specializes in New Testament studies, particularly the history, religion, and literature of earliest Christianity. His research focuses on the Synoptic Problem and early Christian textual traditions. Before joining LSU in 1996, he taught at Western Kentucky University, Appalachian State University, and Lebanon Valley College. He served as Section Head of Religious Studies (2004-2007) and Department Chair (2010-2016).
Education:
- B.A. in Koine and Classical Greek, Abilene Christian College (1971)
- M.T.S., Harvard Divinity School (1973)
- Ph.D. in New Testament and Christian Origins, Duke University (1989)
Research Interests: Burkett's work examines the literary relationships between the Synoptic Gospels, the 'Son of Man' title in the New Testament, and early Christian origins. His publications include Rethinking the Gospel Sources (multi-volume series) and The Case for Proto-Mark.
Publications Trends: His recent articles address topics like Markan narrative analysis, Jewish ritual practices, and Luke-Acts theological unity. Earlier work engaged with Johannine resurrection narratives and Coptic liturgical texts.
Awards:
- 2009-2010 ATLAS Grant
- 2007 Tiger Athletic Foundation Teaching Award
- Repeated recognition for undergraduate instruction (Alpha Lambda Delta, 1999/2003)
- LSU Council on Research Summer Stipends (1997, 2000)
- 1992 Southern Regional Education Board Travel Grant
Teaching & Grants: Teaches courses such as 'A History of God' and 'Apocalyptic Literature.' His grants supported research on gospel sources and early Christian texts. No formal lab affiliations are noted, though he collaborates on initiatives like the 'AI & Religion Collaborative.'
