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Igor Lorencin is Professor of New Testament at the Department of Theology, Friedensau Adventist University, Germany, and Coordinator of the Doctoral Program since 2024. Previously, he served as Lecturer in New Testament Studies at the same institution from 2015 to 2023, and held administrative roles including Dean at Adriatic Union College, Croatia (2013-2015).
His academic credentials include:
- Diplom-Theologian (Dipl.-Theol.) from Friedensau Theological College, Germany (1994-1999)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) from Andrews University, Michigan, USA (1999-2007)
- Habilitation (Dr. habil.) from Debrecen Reformed Theological University, Hungary (2018-2023)
Lorencin's research centers on New Testament studies with emphasis on early Christian rituals as frameworks for sustaining eschatological hope, social dynamics in early communities (particularly hospitality versus patronage in 3 John), and cosmic conflict in Mark's Gospel. His work integrates ritual theory, cognitive science, and social anthropology to analyze how embodied practices shaped early Christian identity and hope. He actively contributes to Seventh-day Adventist biblical theology, especially regarding apocalyptic literature and eschatology.
Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2009-2025) reveals consistent focus on ritual embodiment's role in maintaining Advent hope, with increasing attention to cognitive and emotional dimensions of ritual practice. Recent works (2023-2025) demonstrate methodological sophistication through interdisciplinary approaches combining biblical exegesis with ritual studies and social theory.
As Doctoral Program Coordinator, Lorencin provides comprehensive student support up to doctoral level, including counseling and academic supervision. His teaching portfolio spans foundational Greek language instruction, advanced exegetical methods, specialized New Testament courses (including Revelation, Johannine literature, and ritual dynamics), and doctoral seminars. He has delivered guest lectures across Europe and North America, reflecting his international academic engagement.
