Ronald Charles

Ronald Charles is an Associate Professor in the Department for the Study of Religion at the University of Toronto (St. George Campus). He joined the university in 2022 after seven years at St. Francis Xavier University. His research focuses on early Christian literature, Second Temple Judaism, ancient slavery, and Black diasporic religions. He holds a PhD from the University of Toronto, along with advanced degrees from Wycliffe College and the Toronto Baptist Seminary.

Education:

• PhD, University of Toronto
• MTS, Wycliffe College (University of Toronto)
• MDiv, Toronto Baptist Seminary
• BA, Université d'Etat d'Haiti

Research Interests:

• Slavery in Greco-Roman antiquity and its portrayal in religious texts
• Methodological innovations in religious studies
• Mediterranean cultural identity and race
• Black diasporic religious practices

Awards:

• Nominated for 2020 Canadian Society of Biblical Studies Book Award

Professional History:

• Visiting Professor at University of Miami (Florida)
• Sessional Instructor at Queen’s University (Kingston) and University of Toronto Mississauga

His work bridges historical analysis with contemporary social justice concerns, particularly through examination of marginalized voices in ancient texts.