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Prof. Isaac Kalimi serves as Gutenberg-Forschungsprofessor in Hebrew Bible and Ancient Israelite History at the Seminar für Altes Testament und Biblische Archäologie, Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz, Germany, and holds a Senior Research Associate position at the University of Chicago, USA.
Dr. Kalimi's research focuses on Hebrew Bible studies, particularly the Book of Chronicles and its interpretation throughout Jewish tradition. His work examines ancient Israelite historiography, biblical exegesis, and the evolution of biblical narratives in Jewish literature. His scholarly approach combines textual analysis with historical context to understand how biblical stories were reshaped over time.
His recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on biblical interpretation, particularly examining how foundational Jewish narratives like the Akedah (Binding of Isaac) and Yom Kippur have been understood and reinterpreted throughout Jewish history. His work bridges academic biblical scholarship with traditional Jewish interpretive methods.
Dr. Kalimi received his Ph.D. from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, establishing the foundation for his scholarly career in biblical studies.
His extensive publication record includes significant monographs such as Writing and Rewriting the Story of Solomon in Ancient Israel, The Reshaping Of Ancient Israelite History In Chronicles, and The Retelling of Chronicles in Jewish Tradition and Literature: A Historical Journey, which demonstrate his expertise in chronicler studies and biblical reception history.
