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Dr. Joachim Yeshaya serves as Doctor-Assistant in Hebrew Literature at Catholic University of Leuven (KU Leuven) in Belgium. He earned his Ph.D. in Arts from the University of Groningen in the Netherlands.
His research focuses on Hebrew literature with particular expertise in medieval Jewish poetry and Karaite traditions. Dr. Yeshaya's scholarly work examines the intersection of poetry, biblical interpretation, and religious practice within Jewish communities, especially focusing on Karaite approaches to Torah readings and prayer.
His publications reveal consistent scholarly output since 2011, with increasing editorial responsibilities reflecting his growing reputation in the field of Jewish studies. His research demonstrates particular interest in how poetic forms function within religious interpretation and communal practice.
- Medieval Hebrew Poetry in Muslim Egypt (Brill, 2011)
- Poetry and Memory in Karaite Prayer (Brill, 2014)
- Exegesis and Poetry in Medieval Karaite and Rabbanite Texts (Brill, 2017)
- The Poet and the World: Festschrift for Wout van Bekkum (De Gruyter, 2019)
Since January 2019, Dr. Yeshaya has served as editor for De Gruyter's multivolume Encyclopedia of the Bible and Its Reception (EBR), demonstrating his standing in biblical scholarship circles. His recent article on Aaron ben Joseph's interpretation of Moses' blessing showcases his ongoing contribution to understanding Karaite exegetical traditions.
