Markus Witte

Markus Witte is a Professor at the Faculty of Theology, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, where he holds the Chair of Literary History and Old Testament Theology. His research focuses on the exegesis, literary history, and theology of the Old Testament, with special emphasis on wisdom literature (Job, Sirach), Septuagint studies, and the religious history of ancient Israel.

Research Interests: Witte explores the interplay between biblical texts and their ancient Near Eastern contexts, textual criticism, and reception history. His work addresses theological themes like divine justice, human suffering, and wisdom traditions, often through interdisciplinary approaches bridging theology, philology, and archaeology.

Publication Trends: Recent articles reflect sustained engagement with the Book of Job and Sirach, examining literary genres, translational issues in the Septuagint, and theological anthropology. His 2020–2025 publications demonstrate a focus on wisdom literature's role in shaping Jewish identity during the Hellenistic period and its ethical dimensions.

Research Team: Witte leads a team including research assistants (e.g., Lucas Müller), student assistants, and international scholars like Marcus Joubert (DAAD doctoral student from Stellenbosch University, 2024–2025).