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Elliot Ginsburg is an Associate Professor in Middle East Studies and Judaic Studies at the University of Michigan. His scholarly work focuses on Jewish mysticism, particularly the Kabbalah, with a strong emphasis on ritual practices, textual analysis, and the theological implications of mystical traditions.
- Ph.D. in Religious Studies (Judaica), University of Pennsylvania (1984)
- M.A. in Religious Studies, University of Pennsylvania (1980)
- B.A. in Philosophy, University of Illinois (1974, magna cum laude)
Dr. Ginsburg's research spans mystical marriage motifs, Havdalah ceremonies, and the symbolic framework of classical Kabbalah. His publications often bridge historical analysis with contemporary interpretations of Jewish spiritual texts.
His articles and reviews, dating from the 1970s to 1998, reflect a trajectory centered on Kabbalah, medieval Jewish thought, and the intersection of ritual with mystical experience. Key themes include sacred time, divine-human relationships, and the cultural context of Jewish mystical practices.
- W.W. Kellogg Foundation Grant (2002-2003)
- Sanford Seltzer Chair in Jewish Mysticism (1998-2002)
- National Endowment for the Humanities Fellowships (multiple years)
Dr. Ginsburg has contributed to academic service as a book notes editor, juror for Jewish ritual art competitions, and referee for scholarly journals. He has held grants from institutions like Oberlin College, Hebrew University, and the National Foundation for Jewish Culture.
