Ferenc Pap

Prof. Dr. Ferenc Pap is a University Professor and Dean at Károli Gáspár Reformed University, affiliated with the Faculty of Theology and the Department of New Testament. Born in 1978 in Nagykőrös, Hungary, he earned his PhD in Theology (2009) and completed a habilitation (2014) at Reformed Theological University of Debrecen. His academic career includes leadership roles in research groups such as the "Homiletics and liturgical history research" (2011-2012) and contributions to projects like TÁMOP-4.2.2/B-10/1-2010-0006 and TFK NTP-HHTDK-16-0071.

• Education: PhD in Theology (Reformed Theological University of Debrecen, 2009); MA in Theology (Károli Gáspár Reformed University Faculty of Theology, 2001)
• Research Interests: Biblical theology, New Testament exegesis, cult history, liturgy, and liturgical history
• Leadership: Head of Department at Institute for Religious Education and Cantor Training

His work focuses on theological interpretations of biblical texts and liturgical traditions, supported by grants and collaborations with institutions like Babeş–Bolyai University. He has supervised doctoral dissertations on topics including apostolic authority, eschatology in Revelation, and contemporary religious education challenges.

Scientific Awards

• Certificate of Recognition from the Rector of Károli Gáspár Reformed University (2016)
• Certificate of Recognition from the Rector of Károli Gáspár Reformed University (2019)

Pap has also served as an opponent in doctoral defenses and contributed to educational reforms, including the development of social spirit in small communities through the TFK NTP-HHTDK-16-0071 project.