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Joseph Pakمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• New Testament Studies
• Biblical Theology
• Self-Deception in Theology
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Joseph Pak is Professor of Biblical Studies at Taylor University in the Biblical Studies, Christian Ministries, Intercultural Studies & Philosophy Department . A New Testament scholar with a PhD from Dallas Theological Seminary, he invests his life in training the next generation of Christian leaders. Education PhD, New Testament Studies – Dallas Theological Seminary STM, New Testament Studies – Dallas Theological Seminary MDiv, School of Divinity – Liberty University BS, Electrical Engineering – Virginia Tech Research Interests Pak’s research centers on the New Testament , particularly the epistles of James and 2 Peter , exploring themes of self-deception in theology , wealth and poverty in early Christianity , Scriptural inspiration , and false believers . He also examines the intersection of contemporary philosophical discussions with biblical hermeneutics and theological ethics. Publications & Translations He has authored the monograph False Believers in the New Testament and the volume What the Bible Says about the Dangers of Self-Deception: An Exegetical Approach . Additionally, Pak translated six influential Christian works from English into Korean, including Daniel Fuller’s The Unity of the Bible and Everett Ferguson’s The Background of Early Christianity , thereby bridging Korean and Western evangelical scholarship. Professional Service & Outreach Regular presenter at the Evangelical Theological Society national conferences Contributed 10 New Testament introductions to The Abide Bible (Thomas Nelson, 2020) Has taught courses at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary , Liberty University , Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary , and Taylor University Joseph Pak’s overarching passion is to know, love, and serve Jesus while equipping students to lead with biblical integrity.

Rakesh Peter-Dassمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Religion and Society
• World Religions
• Business and Religion
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Rakesh Peter-Dass serves as Associate Professor of Religion at Hope College, where he has been teaching since 2016. His academic journey spans multiple prestigious institutions including Harvard University, Yale University, and the University of Oxford, where he earned advanced degrees in theology, divinity, and business administration. His research focuses on the complex intersections of religion with business, language, law, and politics, particularly in the South Asian context. Dr. Peter-Dass examines how religious identities are shaped through linguistic choices, legal frameworks, and socio-political dynamics, with special attention to Hindu-Christian relations and religious rights. His work bridges theological scholarship with practical applications in interfaith dialogue and religious freedom advocacy. His publications reveal a consistent focus on South Asian religious contexts, particularly examining Hindi Christian literature, Hindu nationalism, and comparative theological approaches between Hindu and Christian traditions. The research demonstrates interdisciplinary connections between religious studies, political science, linguistics, and legal studies, with significant contributions to understanding religious rights in both Indian and American Supreme Court contexts. Among his notable honors are the Saïd Foundation Scholarship from Oxford University, multiple Harvard University fellowships, and the Selva J. Raj Endowed International Dissertation Research Fellowship from the American Academy of Religion. His teaching excellence has been recognized through Harvard University's Certificate of Distinction in Teaching. Dr. Peter-Dass has served in significant professional capacities including as Co-Chair of the Theology and Religious Reflection Unit at the American Academy of Religion (2018-2023) and on the Editorial Board of the Hindi Theological Literature Committee in India (2011-2015). His extensive consulting work with international development agencies, intergovernmental organizations, and religious bodies demonstrates his commitment to applying academic research to real-world religious and social challenges.

• Biblical Hermeneutics for Systematic Theology
• Christology
• Ecumenical Theology
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Johanna Rahner serves as Professor of Dogmatics, History of Dogma and Ecumenical Theology at the Catholic Theological Faculty of the Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen since 2014. She also holds the position of Director of the Institute for Ecumenical and Interreligious Research at the same institution. Her research interests span a wide range of theological topics including: Biblical Hermeneutics for Systematic Theology (especially Christology), Ecumenical theology and its ecclesiological problem areas, the relationship between religion, culture, educational processes, politics and society, interaction of contemporary culture with worship and theology of the sacraments, theoretical foundations of dialogue between world religions in a globalized world, relationship between reason and faith, theology and philosophy, theology and natural sciences, patchwork religiosity and subjective religious pluralism, and religiosity of children and adolescents with special consideration of youth and cult literature and pop music. Prof. Rahner's publications demonstrate a consistent focus on contemporary challenges facing the Catholic Church, ecumenical dialogue, and the intersection of theology with modern culture. Her work frequently addresses the Second Vatican Council's implications for contemporary theology, the relationship between science and faith, and the practical application of theological concepts in interreligious contexts. She has made significant contributions to understanding eschatology, ecclesiology, and the practical application of theological concepts in interreligious contexts. Wissenschaftlicher Beirat des Kuratoriums zur Vorbereitung des Reformationsjubiläums 2017 Ökumenischer Arbeitskreis evangelischer und katholischer Theologen Editorial-Board der Ökumenischen Rundschau Wissenschaftlicher Beirat der Europäischen Melanchthonakademie, Bretten Societas oecumenica AG der deutschsprachigen katholischen Dogmatiker und Fundamentaltheologen Europäische Gesellschaft für Katholische Theologie. Deutsche Sektion e.V. AGENDA – Forum katholischer Theologinnen e.V. Prof. Rahner has been involved in several significant research projects including Moralische Urteilsfindung im säkularen Diskurs als Herausforderung für die christlichen Konfessionen, Intergenerationelle LehrerInnen-Ausbildung, Theorie und Praxis des interreligiösen Lernens, Kirche und Bildungsregime in Lateinamerika, Reformationsgedenken und Ökumene, and Grundfragen theologischer Anthropologie in Auseinandersetzung mit aktuellen naturwissenschaftlichen Modellen. She leads the Institute for Ecumenical and Interreligious Research, which serves as a hub for scholarly research on contemporary challenges in interfaith relations and ecumenical theology.

Nils Arne Pedersenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Patristics
• Manichaeism
• Church History
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Nils Arne Pedersen is an Associate Professor in Church History at Aarhus University's Faculty of Theology/Arts since 2004. His academic career includes roles as a Full-time scholar supported by the Carlsberg Foundation (1990–1995) and Danish Research Council grants. He specializes in Manichaeism, Patristics, and the historical reception of biblical texts. His research focuses on early Christian and Manichaean theological texts, especially Coptic and Syriac manuscripts. Research Interests : Pedersen’s work explores Manichaean literature, Patristic theology, and the interplay between biblical sources and early religious movements. He has edited critical editions of Manichaean texts and studies their transmission across languages like Syriac, Coptic, and Persian. Key Projects : Biblia Manichaica (Old and New Testament studies in Manichaean contexts), textual editions of Manichaean homilies, and analyses of anti-Manichaean polemics. Awards & Leadership : Honorary member of the International Association of Manichaean Studies (2022), former President (2017–2022). He has received significant grants, including €887k for the Biblia Manichaica project (2012–2015) and €233k from the Carlsberg Foundation (1990–1995). Grants & Funding : Danish Council for Independent Research, Danish Research Council for the Humanities, and Carlsberg Foundation grants have supported his work on Manichaean textual traditions and comparative religious studies.

Salwa El-Awaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Arabic Linguistics
• Islamic Studies
• Text Analysis (Scriptures and Literature)
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Dr. Salwa El-Awa is a Senior Lecturer in Arabic and Islamic Studies at Swansea University's School of Culture and Communication. She previously held positions at the University of Birmingham (2001-2010) and Ain Shams University in Cairo (2010-2015). Her academic roles include teaching Arabic linguistics, Qur’anic studies, and Hadith analysis, alongside supervising PhD students in translation and religious studies. Her research focuses on Qur’anic textuality, discourse markers, and Islamic movements. Key areas include textual coherence in the Qur’an, Arabic linguistic analysis, and the intersection of religion and counter-terrorism policy. Recent projects explore governance strategies engaging moderate Islamic groups to combat jihadism. El-Awa has published extensively on Qur’anic linguistics, including monographs like Textual Relations in the Qur'an (2005) and Al-Wujuh Wa al-Naza’ir (1998). Her work bridges religious studies, linguistics, and security studies, with notable contributions to Yale’s Dictionary of the Qur'an (2024) and interdisciplinary journals like International Journal of Law, Crime and Justice . She has secured £20,000 for the International Qur’anic Text Linguistics Conference (2020-2021) and served as an External Examiner for Westminster University’s Translation program (2019–2022). Her teaching includes advanced translation, healthcare interpreting, and world cinema studies.

Steven L. McKenzieمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• History of Ancient Israel
• Hebrew Bible Literature
• Hebrew Language and Grammar
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Steven L. McKenzie is Professor of Religious Studies and Spence L. Wilson Senior Research Fellow at Rhodes College, specializing in Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) studies, biblical archaeology, and the Dead Sea Scrolls. His academic career spans decades of influential scholarship and editorial leadership. His educational background includes: Th.D. from Harvard University B.A. and M.Div. from Abilene Christian University McKenzie's research focuses on the history of ancient Israel, Hebrew Bible literature, Hebrew language and grammar, biblical interpretation methods, and the intersection of archaeology with biblical studies. He pioneered work on the Deuteronomistic History and Chronicler's literature, establishing foundational frameworks still referenced today. His interdisciplinary approach bridges textual analysis with historical context, making complex scholarship accessible to broader audiences. His publication trajectory reveals consistent engagement with biblical historiography and interpretation, evolving from technical studies like The Chronicler's Use of the Deuteronomistic History (1985) to accessible works such as How to Read the Bible (2005), and culminating in major reference works including the Oxford Encyclopedia of Biblical Interpretation (2013). Recent projects focus on editorial leadership for the Oxford Bible Commentary series. Key honors include: Spence L. Wilson Senior Research Fellowship McKenzie's academic service demonstrates exceptional commitment: founding the Deuteronomistic History Section at the Society of Biblical Literature, serving as associate editor of Vetus Testamentum (2010-2019), and contributing to editorial boards of Journal of Biblical Literature and Catholic Biblical Quarterly . His decade-long leadership of academic tours through the Middle East and Greece with the Middle East Travel Seminar extended his scholarship into experiential education, while media appearances on Discovery and History channels brought biblical scholarship to public audiences.

Imre Hamarمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Chinese Buddhism
• Huayan Buddhism
• Buddhist Philosophy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Imre Hamar, holding a Doctor of Science (DSc) degree, serves as Director of the Institute of East Asian Studies and Head of the Department of Chinese Studies at Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE). He earned his PhD in 1997, habilitated in 2004, and became a full professor in 2008. His academic leadership spans multiple institutions, including directing the ELTE Confucius Institute since 2006. Doctor of Science (DSc) - Institute of East Asian Studies Professor - Department of Chinese Studies Director - Confucius Institute (since 2006) A leading scholar in Chinese Buddhism with a specialization in Huayan philosophy, Hamar has dedicated decades to studying Tang Dynasty religious thought, Buddhist exegesis, and classical Chinese texts. His research traces the development of Buddhist doctrines in China and their cross-cultural transmission through Central Asia. He has taught Chinese religious history, classical Chinese texts, and Buddhist philosophy across undergraduate and postgraduate levels at ELTE. His academic publications focus on the Huayan tradition , Avatamsaka-sutra interpretations, and Yogacara-Huayan synthesis . Recent works examine syncretism in Chinese Buddhist commentaries and the cult of Mount Wutai, reflecting his ongoing engagement with Buddhist sacred geography. Scientific recognition includes: Pro Universitate Award (Gold Level, 2010) Excellent Confucius Institute Director Award (2011) Fulbright Fellowship (University of Virginia, 2008-2009) Numata Guest Professorship (Hamburg University, 2010) He has received multiple research grants from the Japan Foundation, DAAD, and Chiang Ching-kuo Foundation. His editorial work includes co-editing Reflecting Mirrors: Perspectives on Huayan Buddhism (2007) and several volumes in the ELTE Sinological Workshop series.

J. Ross Wagnerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Biblical Studies
• Theological Exegesis
• Septuagint Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

J. Ross Wagner is an Associate Professor of New Testament at Duke University's Divinity School since 2013. He holds a Ph.D. from Duke University (1999) and previously taught at Princeton Theological Seminary for 15 years. His research focuses on Pauline epistles, Septuagint studies, and theological exegesis, emphasizing how scriptural interpretation shaped early Jewish-Christian communities. Key works include Reading the Sealed Book (2013) and Heralds of the Good News (2002). Professor Wagner's teaching spans courses like New Testament Interpretation , Old Testament in the New , and Philippians/Philemon . He has co-investigated the Wabash Center grant Fostering a Culture of Teaching (2017–2022). His work bridges biblical scholarship with missional and contextual interpretation, as seen in studies applying Romans to post-hurricane Honduras. His scholarship intersects with Karl Barth Center collaborations and includes engagements with religious education initiatives. Current research continues exploring Paul's use of scripture, intertextuality, and the theological implications of Septuagint translation practices.

Robert Sharfمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Medieval Chinese Buddhism
• Chan Buddhism
• Japanese Buddhism
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Robert Sharf is the D.H. Chen Distinguished Professor of Buddhist Studies in the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures at the University of California, Berkeley . He also serves as Chair of the Numata Center for Buddhist Studies and Head Graduate Advisor for the Group in Buddhist Studies . With a PhD in Buddhist Studies from the University of Michigan (1995), he previously taught at McMaster University (1989-1995) and the University of Michigan (1995-2003). Research Interests: Medieval Chinese Buddhism (especially Chan) Japanese Buddhism Buddhist Art and Archaeology Ritual Studies Buddhist Modernism Philosophical Paradoxes Methodology in Religious Studies Critical Buddhist Discourse Publications & Collaborations: Author of Coming to Terms with Chinese Buddhism: A Reading of the Treasure Store Treatise (2002) Co-editor of Living Images: Japanese Buddhist Icons in Context (2001) Co-author of What Can’t Be Said: Contradiction and Paradox in East Asian Thought (2021) Co-author of How to Lose Yourself: An Ancient Guide to Letting Go (2025) Editor of Chinese translations of his works: Xiafu Chanxue zixuan ji and Xiafu Mijiao Yanjiu zixuan ji (2022) Academic Leadership: Director of the Group in Buddhist Studies Director of Religious Studies Chair of the Center for Buddhist Studies

Jens Wolffمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Image and Media Theory
• Cultural Hermeneutics
• Figurative Knowledge
• +۶ مورد دیگر

PD Dr. Jens Wolff is a German theologian and researcher at the Faculty of Theology, University of Rostock . His work bridges image theory , cultural hermeneutics , and negative theology , with a focus on Lutheran theology and its intersections with literature and art . Education : Studied at Eberhard-Karls-Universität Tübingen, Martin-Luther-Universität Halle/Wittenberg, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München. Academic Timeline : 1995–1998 Heidelberg Academy researcher, 1998–2002 assistant at Münster's Faculty, 2003 PhD, 2005 ordained pastor, 2009–2012 DFG project on Sigmund von Birken, 2012–2015 DFG project on Image Theory, 2015 habilitation. Wolff's research explores image and media theory through theological lenses, interrogating figurative knowledge , religious rhetoric , and intercultural hermeneutics . His work connects Baroque literature (e.g., Klopstock, Hamann) with contemporary philological and deconstructive methods , examining tensions between sacralization and secularization . His recent publications analyze the word of God as performative polysemy in Lutheran thought, death and utopia in Stefan Andres' work, and iconic anthropology in Reformation contexts. He co-edited the two-volume Bild und Tod (2016), a foundational text on image-death relations. Awards: Martin-Luther-Preis für den akademischen Nachwuchs (2005) for his dissertation on Metapher und Kreuz . Wolff's advising and collaborative work focus on interdisciplinary image studies , including DFG-funded projects and symposia like the Image and Sound conference (2014). He maintains links to institutions in Bratislava , Frankfurt , and Brazil .

Carol Bakhosمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Scriptural Interpretation
• Ancient Judaism
• Comparative Religions
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Carol Bakhos is a Professor at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), affiliated with the Departments of Jewish Studies and Near Eastern Languages and Cultures under the College of Letters and Science. Her work bridges Scriptural Interpretation, Ancient Judaism, and Comparative Religions (Judaism, Christianity, and Islam). Education: Ph.D. in Talmud and Rabbinics (Jewish Theological Seminary, 2000); MTS in Theology, Scripture and Interpretation (Harvard, 1992); B.A. in English Literature and Philosophy (Boston College, 1988). Her research explores intertextual connections between Jewish, Christian, and Islamic scriptures, with a focus on Midrashic literature, Rabbinic texts, and Quranic exegesis. She investigates topics like the transmission of apocryphal works across religious boundaries, the portrayal of biblical figures (e.g., Abraham, Ishmael, Esau) in Abrahamic traditions, and the intersection of orality, writing, and animal ethics in ancient contexts. Carol Bakhos' publications reveal a scholarly emphasis on Abrahamic comparative studies , narrative migration , and methodological approaches to Midrash. Her recent peer-reviewed articles (2006–2017) span disciplines including Religious Studies, Literary Criticism, and Ancient History, with subfields in Quranic Interpretation, Rabbinic Humor, and Intertextual Ethics. She has contributed extensively to edited volumes, encyclopedias, and book reviews, while teaching courses on Judaism, Abraham and Ishmael in comparative perspectives, and Religion and Critical Thought at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

• New Testament Studies
• Early Christianity
• Social Identity Theory
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Jacobus (Kobus) Kok is Professor and Chair of New Testament Studies at Evangelische Theologische Faculteit (ETF) Leuven, with additional appointments as Professor Extraordinarius at the University of Pretoria. His multifaceted research integrates exegetical analysis with social identity theory, focusing on early Christian community formation. Education Ph.D. Theology: Religious Studies and Missiology, University of Pretoria (2017) Ph.D. Theology: New Testament Studies, University of Pretoria (2008) M.Th. New Testament Studies, University of Pretoria (2004) M.Div., University of Pretoria (2003) B.Th., University of Pretoria (2001) Kok's scholarship explores boundary dynamics in early Christianity, examining how texts like 1 Peter and Johannine literature navigated inclusion/exclusion tensions. Recent works employ social identity complexity theory to analyze community formation amid persecution. He maintains active collaborations across European universities and contributes to international theological dialogues. His extensive publications in venues like Mohr Siebeck and Brill analyze power dynamics, missional ethics, and decolonial interpretations of scripture, particularly focusing on Pauline and Johannine corpora. Kok serves on editorial boards for several theological series and participates in academic societies including SNTS, EABS, and NOSTER, promoting interdisciplinary engagement between biblical studies and social sciences.

Mark Wynnمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Philosophical Theology
• Religious Traditions
• Spiritual Well-Being
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Mark Wynn is the Nolloth Professor of the Philosophy of the Christian Religion at the University of Oxford. His academic journey includes a BA and DPhil in Philosophy & Theology from Oxford, followed by roles at King’s College London, the University of Glasgow (as a Gifford Fellow), Australian Catholic University, University of Exeter, and Leeds (2013–2020). His research focuses on philosophical theology, particularly the interplay between religious traditions and spiritual well-being. He leads a Templeton Foundation-funded project exploring how God-concepts inform understandings of spiritual health. Research interests include the structure of religious traditions, epistemic roles of tradition, and the relationship between God-concepts and human flourishing. He emphasizes religious traditions as 'experiments in human possibilities,' advocating for their retrieval to address contemporary ethical and existential questions. His work integrates philosophical, theological, and empirical methods. Key publications include Spiritual Traditions and the Virtues (2020), Renewing the Senses (2013), and Emotional Experience and Religious Understanding (2005). Current projects address interdisciplinary perspectives on well-being. He has supervised widely in philosophical theology and philosophy of religion, emphasizing narrative approaches to ethics and embodied epistemology.

Peter Linkمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Old Testament Interpretation
• Hermeneutics
• Biblical Hebrew
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Dr. Peter Link is an Associate Professor of Christian Studies at Charleston Southern University's College of Christian Studies, where he has taught since 2012. His academic journey includes a Ph.D. in Biblical Studies (Old Testament) from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary (2012), a Master of Divinity in Biblical Languages (2005), and a Bachelor of Science in Radio-Television-Film from the University of Texas at Austin (1990). Ph.D., Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary M.Div., Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary B.S., University of Texas at Austin Dr. Link specializes in Old Testament interpretation, with a focus on the Pentateuch, Biblical Hebrew, and hermeneutics. His research explores thematic connections in Deuteronomy, eschatological frameworks, and typological links between biblical figures. He actively engages in academic service through Leadership in EPIC Bible Study Teacher Training Sessions Presentations at Evangelical Theological Society meetings Recent publications demonstrate his expertise in Deuteronomic theology Paul's Old Testament citations Adam typology in biblical narratives His work combines textual analysis with theological synthesis to emphasize the Christological unity of Scripture. Scientific recognition includes Three nominations for Excellence in Teaching Awards (2014-2015, 2015-2016, 2017-2018) Professionally affiliated with Evangelical Theological Society (ETS) Society of Biblical Literature (SBL)

Geoffrey Fulkersonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Creation
• Contextual theology
• Culture
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Geoffrey Fulkerson is a Professor of Philosophy & Theology at Dordt University, where he combines Christian theology with interdisciplinary approaches to address challenges in the church and broader society. His work bridges theology, social theory, and contextual analysis, emphasizing collaborative scholarship. PhD in Systematic Theology, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (2018) MDiv, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (2006) BS in Journalism, University of Illinois (2001) His research focuses on the intersection of creation theology, ecclesiology, and place-based contextual analysis, with a strong emphasis on integrating modern scientific insights into theological frameworks. He has contributed to projects exploring the doctrine of creation, theological responses to death, and the evolution of evangelical thought. Dr. Fulkerson has secured substantial grants, including a $4.16 million John Templeton Foundation award (2019–2022) for 'Evangelical Theology and the Doctrine of Creation,' and has served as guest editor for the Trinity Journal in 2018 and 2017. His work highlights collaboration across disciplines and institutions. 2021 DoSER Science for Seminaries Grant ($75,000) 2019 John Templeton Foundation Award ($4.16 million) 2015 Templeton Religion Trust Grant ($3.38 million) 2014 & 2013 Kern Family Foundation Oikonomia Grants (contributor) Dr. Fulkerson teaches courses in Christian Philosophy, Ethics, Ecclesiology, and place-based theological studies, reflecting his commitment to applying theological insights to practical and cultural challenges.