Ginger Hegedus

Dr. Ginger Hegedus is an Associate Professor at the University of Western Ontario's Department of Philosophy. She specializes in Medieval Islamic and Jewish Thought, focusing on dialectic theology (kalam), comparative mysticism, and interreligious interactions. Her current project involves editing a monograph on Saadya Gaon, exploring 10th-century Baghdadi religious traditions. She teaches courses including RS 1023E, RS 2204G, and PHIL 4675G.

Education:

• L.M.S. in Medieval Philosophy, Pontifical Institute of Medieval Studies (Toronto)
• PhD in Philosophy, Catholic University of Leuven (Belgium)
• MA in Islamic Studies, University of Budapest

Research Interests: Dr. Hegedus examines how rational arguments in dialectic theology (kalam) bridge Islamic and Jewish thought, and explores mystical experiences of the divine. Her work highlights the intellectual dialogue between medieval Jewish and Islamic scholars, particularly through the lens of Saadya Gaon's writings.

Publications: Her research spans medieval eschatology, theological epistemology, and textual translations of key religious works. Recent work focuses on the intersections of faith, reason, and mysticism in pre-modern religious discourse.

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