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Prof. Serge Frolov is Associate Professor of Religious Studies and holds the Nate and Ann Levine Endowed Chair in Jewish Studies at Southern Methodist University. He is currently the editor of Hebrew Studies and a prominent figure in biblical scholarship who bridges academic criticism with religious faith.
Dr. Frolov's research focuses on the Hebrew Bible, particularly the Primary History (Genesis-Kings), with expertise in form criticism and literary analysis. His work emphasizes reading the Bible on its own terms while applying historical-critical methodology when necessary. He approaches biblical texts as polyvalent but not omnivalent, acknowledging multiple possible interpretations while recognizing textual constraints.
His notable publications include Judges (2013), a form-critical commentary, and numerous articles exploring biblical narratives, historical contexts, and theological implications. His scholarship often examines the intersection of academic biblical criticism and religious belief, particularly within Jewish tradition.
- Nate and Ann Levine Endowed Chair in Jewish Studies
As a scholar who converted to Judaism after growing up in the Soviet Union with little religious identity, Frolov brings a unique perspective to biblical studies. His work demonstrates how academic scholarship can coexist with religious commitment, arguing that current biblical scholarship provides 'a precious opportunity to engender a spiritual revitalization of traditional Judaism.'
