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Martin Leuenberger is Professor of Old Testament at the University of Tübingen since 2012, previously holding a professorship at the University of Münster (2008-2012). He is affiliated with the Evangelical Theological Faculty at Tübingen, where he focuses on Old Testament studies with additional emphasis on Biblical Archaeology. His academic journey includes theology studies in Zurich and Tübingen (1993-2000), research assistant positions at the University of Zurich (2000-2007), habilitation in 2007, and ordination as Verbi Divini Minister of the Reformed Church of the Canton of Zurich in 2004.
Leuenberger's research spans multiple dimensions of Old Testament scholarship, with particular expertise in blessing theologies, history of Yhwh, and literary-historical analysis of biblical texts. His methodological approach integrates archaeological, iconographic, and epigraphic primary sources with biblical secondary sources, examining their potentials, limitations, and correlations. His work explores religious and theological transformations in ancient Israel within the broader context of ancient Near Eastern cultural history, with specific attention to Pentateuchal studies (Priestly Writing, Patriarchal History, Deuteronomy), Prophetic literature (Deutero-Isaiah, Book of the Twelve), and Wisdom writings (Psalms, Job, Qohelet).
His publications reveal consistent focus on theological concepts in ancient Israel, particularly examining life and death concepts, blessing theologies, and critical experiential theologies in Wisdom literature. The analysis of his recent works shows a progression toward increasingly specialized studies of divine concepts, particularly the historical development of Yhwh understanding from ancient beginnings through the early Jewish period.
- Henri Frankfort Fellow at the Warburg Institute, London (2006)
- Member of German Association for the Study of Palestine (DPV)
- Member of Swiss Society for Oriental Antiquities (SGOA)
- Member of Society of Biblical Literature (SBL)
- Member of Scientific Society for Theology (WGTh)
Leuenberger's academic work demonstrates significant engagement with both traditional biblical scholarship and interdisciplinary approaches that incorporate archaeological evidence. His current projects include research on the history of Yhwh, literary history of the Psalter and wisdom writings, and a commentary on the Book of Hosea. His contributions to the field are recognized through multiple scholarly publications and participation in major theological societies across Europe.
