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Ben Outhwaiteمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Hebrew Linguistics
• Medieval Hebrew
• Cairo Genizah Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Ben Outhwaite serves as Head of the Taylor-Schechter Genizah Research Unit at Cambridge University Library, a position he has held since 2006 following seven years as a Genizah researcher. His academic career is centered on the linguistic and historical analysis of Hebrew manuscripts from the Cairo Genizah collection. His educational background includes a B.A. in Hebrew Studies, M.Phil. in Medieval Hebrew literature, and Ph.D. from Christ's College, Cambridge. Supervised by Professor Geoffrey Khan, his doctoral thesis examined the grammatical description of Hebrew letters in the Genizah. Professor Outhwaite's research focuses on Hebrew language transmission during the Middle Ages, encompassing Biblical Hebrew vocalization traditions, medieval Hebrew as a communication medium, the form and function of medieval Hebrew Bibles, and the documentary history of communities depositing manuscripts into the Cairo Genizah. His work bridges linguistic analysis with historical context to illuminate Jewish life under Islamic rule. His publication trends reveal consistent contributions to Genizah scholarship, with recent work emphasizing economic history (Nile water pricing), religious polemics, manuscript transmission, and cross-cultural Jewish communities. The articles demonstrate deep engagement with documentary fragments while expanding into broader historical and linguistic contexts. Research funding has been secured from prestigious institutions including the AHRC, British Academy, Wellcome Foundation, and Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. He serves as series editor for Brill’s ‘Cambridge Genizah Studies’ and has contributed to major exhibitions like ‘Discarded History: the Genizah of Medieval Cairo’. The Taylor-Schechter Genizah Research Unit operates within Cambridge University Library, maintaining one of the world's most significant collections of Hebrew and Jewish manuscripts. The unit collaborates internationally on digitization projects and hosts the annual Genizah Lecture, Fragment of the Month features, and scholarly symposia.

David M. Moffittمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Early Christianity
• Jewish-Christian Relations
• New Testament Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. David M. Moffitt is a Professor of New Testament and Early Christianity at the University of St Andrews' School of Divinity. He previously taught at Duke Divinity School and Campbell University Divinity School. His research focuses on early Christian understandings of Jesus in relation to Jewish scripture and practices, particularly through the lens of the Epistle to the Hebrews. He examines how Hebrews employs high-priestly and sacrificial imagery to frame Christology and soteriology, linking Jesus’ death, resurrection, and ascension to Yom Kippur rituals. Moffitt’s work includes influential books like Atonement and the Logic of Resurrection in the Epistle to the Hebrews and Rethinking the Atonement , which explore atonement theology and its broader implications. Teaching responsibilities include courses on early Christian texts, the Gospel of Matthew, and Hebrews. He has supervised numerous PhD students and received prestigious awards such as the Manfred Lautenschläger Award for Theological Promise (2013) and a Fulbright Scholarship (Germany, 2006–2007). His research has been published in leading journals like Journal of Biblical Literature and New Testament Studies . Moffitt also contributes to academic activities, including editorial roles and invited lectures on Hebrews and early Christian theology. His research extends beyond Hebrews to include studies on sacrifice in ancient contexts and the theological impact of Jesus’ resurrection and ascension. He collaborates with institutions like the British Academy on projects involving historical artifacts, such as Ravenna mosaics depicting sacrifice.

Łukasz Niesiołowski-Spanoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ancient Palestine
• Biblical Historiography
• Philistine Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Łukasz Niesiołowski-Spano is a distinguished academic at the University of Warsaw within the Faculty of History , specializing in the Ancient History department. His scholarly career spans over two decades with significant contributions to biblical historiography and ancient Near Eastern studies. PhD in History (University of Warsaw, 2002) Habilitation in History (University of Warsaw, 2013) Research focuses on: Historical and religious dynamics of Ancient Palestine Intercultural interactions between Palestine and Greece Biblical historiography and textual criticism Sea Peoples' impact on Near Eastern societies Recent publications examine: Lexical connections between Levites and Greek λᾶός Evolution of Passover rituals Mesopotamian legal tradition influences Formation of Israelite ethnic identity Scientific recognitions include: Rothschild Foundation Europe (2014-2019) Foundation for Polish Science (2003; 2013-2014) Andrew Mellon Foundation (2005) Grants secured through: National Science Centre, Poland (2017-2021; 2022-2025) National Program for Development in Humanities (2013-2017) Active in international academic networks through: Society of Biblical Literature European Association of Biblical Studies Catholic Biblical Association of America

Yona Sabarمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Semitic Languages
• Linguistics
• Jewish Studies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Yona Sabar is a Professor of Near Eastern Languages and Cultures at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). He holds a PhD in Near Eastern Languages and Literatures from Yale University (1970) and a BA in Hebrew and Arabic from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (1963). His research focuses on Semitic languages, Jewish studies, and the linguistic and cultural preservation of Kurdish Jewish communities. Education: PhD, Yale (1970); BA, Hebrew University (1963) Affiliation: UCLA Department of Near Eastern Languages and Cultures Teaching: Undergraduate and graduate courses in Hebrew, Neo-Aramaic, Syriac, Judeo-Arabic, and Biblical Aramaic Sabar’s work examines Neo-Aramaic dialects, biblical translations, folklore, and multilingualism among Kurdish Jews. His publications include dictionaries, critical editions of religious texts, and comparative linguistic studies. His recent articles (2017–2002) address topics like cultural transmission in Kurdish Jewish communities, dialectal evolution, and endangered languages. Key trends include Aramaic-Hebrew interaction, liturgical translation, and ethnographic documentation of oral traditions.

Vanessa Ochsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Jewish Studies
• Religious Rituals
• Feminist Theology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Rabbi Vanessa Ochs is a Professor in the Department of Religious Studies at the University of Virginia, and a core member of the Jewish Studies Program. She holds a PhD in the Anthropology of Religion from Drew University, along with rabbinical ordination from Beit Cochman. Her research focuses on Jewish rituals, feminist theology, material culture, and ethnographic studies of religious practices. Educations: BA, Tufts University: Drama and French MFA, Sarah Lawrence College: Theater MPhil and PhD, Drew University: Anthropology of Religion Rabbinical Ordination, Beit Cochman Her research interests span Women in Judaism , New ritual creation , Jewish material culture , and Ethnographic studies of religious practices . She has pioneered work on gender-inclusive Jewish rituals and the role of objects in religious life. Her award-winning book Inventing Jewish Ritual (2007) redefined approaches to contemporary Jewish practice. Awards include the National Jewish Book Award and a National Endowment for the Arts Creative Writing Fellowship . She advises on UVA Chaplaincy Services and has developed curricula for Hillel International focusing on "Jewish Sensibilities." Her teaching includes courses on Jewish Weddings , Ethnographic Fieldwork , and Spiritual Writing . She has published widely on topics ranging from Passover traditions to interfaith family dynamics, blending academic rigor with accessible spiritual narratives.

Adam S. Cohenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Medieval European Book History
• Jewish Art
• Monastic Art
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Adam S. Cohen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Art History at the University of Toronto. His research bridges Medieval European Book History , Jewish Art , and Monastic Manuscript Cultures , with a focus on illuminated manuscripts as intersections of theology, politics, and cross-cultural exchange. He co-authored the widely adopted textbook Art and Architecture of the Middle Ages: Exploring a Connected World (2023) and co-edited The Visualization of Knowledge (2020). Research Interests : Examines how medieval art connects abstract theory to daily practice Specializes in Hebrew illuminated manuscripts (e.g., Rothschild Pentateuch) Investigates digital methodologies for manuscript analysis (Utrecht Psalter project) Explores sensory theory in medieval liturgy through the Les cinq sens au Moyen Age volume (2011) Scientific Awards : Leverhulme Visiting Professor, University of Edinburgh (2023) Education : PhD in Art History from Johns Hopkins University (1995).

• Jewish Studies
• Biblical Studies
• Midrash
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Azzan Yadin-Israel serves as Associate Professor of Jewish Studies in the departments of Classics and Jewish Studies at Rutgers University. His academic work bridges classical philology with religious studies, focusing on ancient Jewish interpretive traditions and their contemporary relevance. His educational background includes a Ph.D. from University of California, Berkeley and Graduate Theological Union. Prof. Yadin-Israel's research centers on Midrashic literature and biblical exegesis, with particular expertise in the interpretive methods of Rabbi Ishmael and Rabbi Akiva. His scholarship examines how ancient Jewish interpreters transformed biblical texts through creative reading strategies, revealing the dynamic nature of religious interpretation across historical periods. His work demonstrates how cultural contexts continuously reshape theological understandings while maintaining connection to foundational texts. His publications show consistent focus on the historical development of religious symbols and interpretations, particularly in Genesis narratives and Passover traditions. Notable is his exploration of how the forbidden fruit symbolism evolved, with the apple becoming dominant only in the 12th century CE despite numerous other candidates in earlier traditions. As an active scholar, Prof. Yadin-Israel contributes significantly to contemporary Jewish studies through his publications and academic leadership. His interdisciplinary approach connects classical studies with religious scholarship, making his work valuable to multiple academic communities.

• Modern Jewish Literature
• Feminist Studies
• Hebrew Women's Writing
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Wendy Zierler serves as the Sigmund Falk Professor of Modern Jewish Literature and Feminist Studies at Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion (HUC-JIR), where she bridges traditional Jewish texts with contemporary feminist perspectives. Her academic journey includes a Ph.D. and M.A. from Princeton University, an MFA in Fiction Writing from Sarah Lawrence College, a B.A. from Stern College (YU), and rabbinic ordination from Yeshivat Maharat. This diverse educational background informs her interdisciplinary approach to Jewish studies. Zierler's research focuses on Modern Jewish Literature and Feminist Studies, with particular emphasis on Hebrew women's writing and biblical interpretation through feminist lenses. Her work consistently examines how women's voices have been represented, suppressed, or reclaimed in Jewish textual tradition, offering fresh perspectives on familiar biblical narratives. Her scholarly articles demonstrate a consistent pattern of re-examining biblical stories through feminist and literary frameworks, particularly focusing on female characters like Sarah, Miriam, and Shelomit. The recurring themes across her work include women's agency, religious authority, and the intersection of personal experience with traditional interpretation. Zierler has authored the book And Rachel Stole the Idols: The Emergence of Modern Hebrew Women's Writing and co-edited Prooftexts: A Journal of Jewish Literary History and These Truths We Hold: Judaism in an Age of Truthiness . Her teaching and scholarship reflect a commitment to making ancient texts relevant to contemporary concerns, particularly regarding gender equality and religious practice. Through her work, she contributes significantly to the field of Jewish feminist scholarship, creating space for women's voices within traditional religious discourse.

Steven Fineمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cultural History
• Ancient Judaism
• Jewish Art History
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Steven Fine is the Churgin Professor of Jewish History at Yeshiva University's Bernard Revel Graduate School of Jewish Studies, directing the Arch of Titus Digital Restoration Project and Yeshiva's Center for Israel Studies. He holds a BA from UC Santa Barbara, MA from USC, and PhD from the Hebrew University. His research bridges cultural history, rabbinic literature, archaeology, and art, focusing on Judaism in the Greco-Roman world. Recent projects include studies of the Samaritans, polychromy in Jewish art, and the Arch of Titus. He has authored over 70 articles and monographs, including Art and Judaism in the Greco-Roman World (2010) and The Menorah: A Biography (2016). Honors include the Samaritan Medal (2013) and Jordan Schnitzer Book Award (2009). Teaching focuses on Jewish art, archaeology, and history, with courses like Arch of Titus: Rome-Jerusalem . His work has curated major exhibitions, including Sacred Realm: The Emergence of the Synagogue (1996) and The Samaritans: A Biblical People (2022). His research explores themes of cultural interaction, symbols like the menorah, and Jewish identity across millennia.

• Biblical Interpretation
• Torah Studies
• Hebrew Language
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Harvey N. Bock serves as Hebrew Language Coordinator at Hebrew College Rabbinical School in Newton, Massachusetts, where he teaches Hebrew and Aramaic language courses essential for rabbinical studies. A Yale College and Yale Law School graduate, he transitioned from serving as general counsel of Discover Card to religious academia. His research focuses on resolving theological contradictions in Torah texts through linguistic analysis and historical context. Specializing in biblical Hebrew exegesis, he examines problematic passages related to divine attributes, sexual ethics, and festival chronology, often challenging traditional interpretations through close reading of original language. Bock's scholarship reveals trends in re-examining biblical contradictions through linguistic precision, particularly in Exodus and Deuteronomy. His work bridges ancient text analysis with contemporary ethical concerns, demonstrating how midrashic traditions sometimes obscure original meanings through selective quotation or misinterpretation of Hebrew syntax. His professional journey from corporate law to religious scholarship reflects a deep commitment to textual accuracy in Jewish tradition, with particular expertise in identifying rhetorical devices and linguistic nuances that clarify apparent biblical inconsistencies.

Erica Brownمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Leadership Studies
• Jewish Education
• Spirituality
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Erica Brown is the Vice Provost for Values and Leadership at Yeshiva University and founding director of the Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks-Herenstein Center for Values and Leadership. She previously served as an associate professor at The George Washington University and studied under Rabbi Sacks at Jews’ College, where she earned her Master’s. Her work bridges Jewish education, leadership, and spirituality through scholarship and public engagement. Ph.D. from Baltimore Hebrew University Masters’ from Institute of Education (University of London), Jews’ College, and Harvard University 2009 Covenant Award for contributions to Jewish education Recipient of multiple accolades, including National Jewish Book Award finalist status Research Interests focus on leadership ethics, Jewish adult education, and biblical spirituality, often analyzing moral challenges in texts like Ecclesiastes and Jonah. Her recent articles explore trauma, identity, and pedagogic authenticity. Media Presence includes a New York Times column, contributions to The Atlantic , and a daily podcast, Take Your Soul to Work . She actively tweets daily Talmudic insights.

Clemens Leonhardمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Religious Studies
• Early Christian Liturgy
• Jewish-Christian Relations
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Clemens Leonhard is a Professor and currently serves as Dean of the Faculty of Catholic Theology at the University of Münster. His academic career includes roles as Prodekan für Finanzen (2016–2017) and Director of the Faculty’s administrative office (2007–2011). He leads research projects such as 'The Passover Haggadah: History of Text and Ritual' (A3-5) and has managed initiatives on liturgical identity and religious associations in antiquity. His research focuses on comparative Jewish and Christian liturgies, early Christian practices, and Syrian Church liturgies. Notable works include studies on Pesach and Eucharist interrelations, liturgical origins, and ritual dynamics in antiquity. He actively contributes to academic discourse through editorial roles in journals like Forschungen zur Kirchen- und Dogmengeschichte . Teaching responsibilities include courses on liturgical history, ritual theory, and interfaith practices. He advises doctoral students and collaborates on projects blending theology, history, and cultural studies. His work bridges ancient liturgical traditions with modern theological and pastoral challenges.

Deborah A. Lottمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Creative Nonfiction
• Psychotherapy Dynamics
• Feminist Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Deborah A. Lott is an Adjunct Professor at Antioch University Los Angeles , where she teaches creative and academic writing. She earned a BA in English Literature (Summa Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa) from UCLA and an MFA in Creative Writing from Antioch University Los Angeles . Her career spans publishing, editing for Psychiatric Times , and academic work at the National Center for Child Traumatic Stress (UCLA/Duke) . Lott’s research interests encompass therapeutic transference dynamics , feminist theory , trauma portrayals in literature , historical psychiatry , and the intersection of faith and rationality . Her recent publications analyze topics like gender in religious rituals , mathematical metaphors , and linguistic identity . Scientific Awards Three Pushcart Prize nominations Three-time Best American Essays shortlist

• Biblical Criticism
• Hebrew Bible
• Jewish Religious Cultures
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Rabbi Zev Farber serves as the Senior Editor of TheTorah.com at the Academic Torah Institute and is a Research Fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute's Kogod Center. Holding a Ph.D. from Emory University in Jewish Religious Cultures and Hebrew Bible, along with an M.A. from Hebrew University in Jewish History (biblical period), Farber brings significant academic credentials to his work in biblical scholarship. Ph.D., Emory University: Jewish Religious Cultures and Hebrew Bible M.A., Hebrew University: Jewish History (biblical period) Rabbinic Ordination (yoreh yoreh) and advanced ordination (yadin yadin) from Yeshivat Chovevei Torah (YCT) Rabbinical School Dr. Farber's research focuses on biblical criticism, textual analysis, and the historical context of Torah narratives. His work bridges traditional Jewish learning with modern academic approaches to biblical studies, examining source criticism, redaction history, and textual variants across different biblical traditions including the Masoretic Text, Samaritan Pentateuch, and Septuagint. His scholarly output demonstrates consistent engagement with challenging questions in biblical scholarship, particularly regarding the Documentary Hypothesis, historical development of biblical texts, and the relationship between traditional Jewish interpretation and academic biblical criticism. Farber's articles reveal a methodical approach to textual analysis, often comparing different manuscript traditions to resolve apparent contradictions or inconsistencies in the biblical text. Major Publications: Author of Images of Joshua in the Bible and their Reception (De Gruyter 2016) and editor (with Jacob L. Wright) of Archaeology and History of Eighth Century Judah (SBL 2018) Recent Focus: Analysis of ritual practices, historical chronology, textual variants, and the development of Jewish thought and practice As Senior Editor of TheTorah.com, Farber plays a significant role in making academic biblical scholarship accessible to a broader audience while maintaining rigorous scholarly standards. His work demonstrates how critical scholarship can coexist with religious commitment, addressing difficult questions about biblical authorship, historicity, and interpretation within a traditional Jewish framework.

• Bible
• Temple Studies
• Worship Categories
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Hillel Mali serves as a Senior Lecturer in the Bible Department at Bar Ilan University, where he completed his Ph.D. in 2018 with a dissertation titled "Descriptions of the Temple in the Mishnah: History, Redaction and Meaning." His research focuses on analyzing fundamental categories of worship in biblical texts and their evolution in post-biblical literature. Dr. Mali demonstrates how traditional Jewish exegesis intersects with modern critical methodologies in Bible scholarship. Former Fulbright Postdoctoral Fellow Member of the joint Hebrew University of Jerusalem and Heidelberg University research group "Thinking Rite: Towards Talmudo Mīmāṃsā" Founder and director of the Omek Hashetach Project for pre-military leadership academies Founding editor of Beit Hayotzer, a periodical for Jerusalem tour guides Founder and director of the Jerusalem ethnic-music ensemble "Nigun Yerushalmi" (serving as lead flutist) Dr. Mali's scholarly work on Passover ritual differences between Exodus and Deuteronomy reveals how biblical traditions cross-pollinated in early Jewish literature, with implications for understanding both historical religious practice and contemporary biblical interpretation.