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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.

• Religious Studies
• Theology
• Philosophy
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Brandon Peterson is an Assistant Professor at the University of Utah in the Department of World Languages & Cultures, with an adjunct appointment in Philosophy. He earned his Ph.D. in Systematic Theology from the University of Notre Dame in 2015. Education: BA in Theology and Mathematics (2007), MTS in Systematic Theology (2009), PhD in Systematic Theology (2015) from Notre Dame His research focuses on Christian doctrinal traditions, particularly Christology and soteriology in dialogue with philosophy. He explores the works of Karl Rahner, Thomas Aquinas, and the Second Vatican Council's impact on Jewish-Christian relations. Notable research themes include: Historical and systematic theology Patristic influences on modern theology Ecclesiology and Church reform Atonement theories across Christian thinkers Teaching areas include World Religions, Christology, Catholicism, and Jewish-Christian relations.

J. Ross Wagnerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Biblical Studies
• Theological Exegesis
• Septuagint Studies
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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

• History of Christianity
• Early Christianity
• Coptic Studies
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David Brakke is the Joe R. Engle Chair in the History of Christianity and Professor of History at The Ohio State University's Department of History, housed within the College of Arts and Sciences. His expertise spans ancient Christianity, with a focus on asceticism, monasticism, Gnosticism, biblical interpretation, and Egyptian Christianity. Brakke earned his B.A. in English from the University of Virginia (1983), M.Div. from Harvard University (1986), and Ph.D. in Religious Studies from Yale University (1992). Before joining OSU in 2012, he was a professor and department chair at Indiana University's Religious Studies Department. His research explores the social and cultural dimensions of early Christian practices, including monasticism’s role in forming virtuous identities and the definition of Gnosticism. Brakke has authored influential books like *The Gnostics* (2010) and *Demons and the Making of the Monk* (2006), recognized with academic accolades such as the Choice Outstanding Academic Title and Guggenheim Fellowship. He currently serves as president of the North American Patristics Society and contributes to scholarly publications like the *Journal of Early Christian Studies*. His current projects include studies on early Christian scriptural practices and translations of Nag Hammadi texts. Brakke’s work integrates textual analysis with historical context, examining how early Christians navigated theological debates, institutional hierarchies, and cultural shifts. He has held grants from the NEH and National Humanities Center, among others. His professional network includes leadership roles in global scholarly organizations, reflecting his impact on Patristics and Coptic Studies. Despite being on leave during the 2023–2024 academic year, his contributions to understanding early Christian history remain foundational.

J. Thomas Hewittمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• New Testament Studies
• Christian Origins
• Ancient Judaism
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. J. Thomas Hewitt is a Lecturer in New Testament and Christian Origins at the School of Divinity, University of Edinburgh. He holds a BS in Psychology and Music, an MDiv, an MLitt in Scripture & Theology, and a PhD in New Testament & Christian Origins. Responsibilities include editorial board membership for the Journal of Biblical Literature, and peer-review roles for the Journal for the Study of the New Testament and Journal of Theological Studies. He co-chairs the Ancient Judaism and Christianity seminar under the British New Testament Society, and is a member of the Society of Biblical Literature and Enoch Seminar. Research interests focus on New Testament interpretation, early Christian origins, and intersections between Second Temple Judaism and emerging Christian thought. His work bridges textual analysis with historical context, emphasizing formative theological developments. No specific publications are listed here, though his academic activities suggest engagement with biblical scholarship. No scientific awards are noted in the provided data. Teaching and PhD supervision form part of his role, though specific advisees are not detailed. He actively contributes to academic networks via editorial and organizational roles in biblical studies.

Travis Zadehمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Religious Studies
• Islamic Studies
• Qur’anic studies
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Travis Zadeh is a Professor and Chair of Religious Studies at Yale University, and Chair of the Council on Middle East Studies. He holds a Ph.D. in Comparative Literature from Harvard University, following an A.M. and B.A. from Middlebury College. His research bridges early Mediterranean/West Asian religions and Islamic studies, focusing on the interplay between science, magic, law, and religion. Key interests include encyclopedism, cosmography, Arabic/Persian intellectual cultures, and the history of the book. Zadeh’s work examines how translation, geography, and textual interpretation shaped medieval Islamic empires. His landmark publications include Mapping Frontiers across Medieval Islam (2011), The Vernacular Qurʾan (2012), and Wonders and Rarities (2023). He has been awarded Fulbright grants, a Mellon Fellowship, and a Guggenheim Fellowship. Research Themes : Qur’anic Studies, Occult Sciences, Medieval Intellectual History, Sacred Geography, Translation Theories Recent Focus : Marvelous natural histories, pre-modern cosmographies, and the socio-political role of textual transmission Zadeh’s scholarship emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, blending textual analysis with material culture studies. His current projects explore the codicological dimensions of medieval Arabic/Persian manuscripts and the digital humanities’ impact on Islamic studies.

Edward Gravelyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biblical Studies
• New Testament
• Textual Criticism
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Edward Gravely is a Professor of Christian Studies at Columbia Southern University , affiliated with the Whitfield Center for Christian Leadership . He teaches courses in Koine Greek and New Testament , emphasizing original language proficiency for Scriptural engagement. Education: PhD in Biblical Studies (Textual Criticism) from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. His research focuses on textual criticism , Pauline epistles , and Byzantine manuscript traditions , with notable presentations at regional Evangelical Theological Society meetings. Publications include analyses of Old Testament citations in Paul’s letters, Vaticanus manuscript features, and study notes for The Worldview Study Bible . He advocates for Koine Greek education as a foreign language requirement, offering tutoring and advanced study programs. Affiliations include the Evangelical Theological Society, and he has been at CSU since 2016. Contact: egravely@csuniv.edu .

Jens Wolffمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Image and Media Theory
• Cultural Hermeneutics
• Figurative Knowledge
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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
• +۳ مورد دیگر

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.

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)

Thomas Schlagمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Practical Theology
• Religious Education
• Digital Religion
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Thomas Schlag is Professor of Practical Theology at the University of Zurich , with research foci in religious education, church theory, and pastoral theology . He directs the university-wide research focus "Digital Religion(s): Communication, Interaction and Transformation in the Digital Society" , exploring the intersection of theology and digital culture. His career includes roles as Chairman of the Center for Church Development (ZKE) and Dean of the Faculty of Theology (2014–2016). Key Research Areas : Digital religion, public theology, interreligious education, confirmation work, church development, and socio-political theology. Academic Leadership : Directed international studies on confirmation work, co-edited interdisciplinary theological compendiums, and contributed to debates on state religious education and digital ethics. Recent Publications (2024–2025) examine digital media in religious education, Swiss church reform, theological responses to polarization, and interfaith educational models. His "Digital Religion(s)" program analyzes church-state-civil society dynamics in digital societies. He teaches courses on existential religious education , digital transformation , and ecclesiological-practical semesters . Collaborations include the European Network for Confirmation Work , International Academy of Practical Theology , and projects with Swiss and international theological institutions. His work bridges digital innovation , democratic education , and pastoral care in virtual environments .

• 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.

Hakan Coruhمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Qur'anic Exegesis (Tafsīr)
• Classical and Modern Qur'anic Studies
• Contemporary Islamic Thought
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Hakan Coruh is a Senior Lecturer in Islamic Studies at the Centre for Islamic Studies and Civilisation, Charles Sturt University. He joined the university in 2015 as a lecturer and was promoted to Senior Lecturer in November 2021. Dr. Coruh has served as the Higher Degree Research Coordinator (HDR) for master's and PhD candidates at the center from 2020 to 2022. He is actively involved in multiple academic associations including the Australian Association of Islamic and Muslim Studies (AAIMS), CRES (Centre for Religion, Ethics and Society), and PAPER (Practical and Public Ethics Research group) at Charles Sturt University. Dr. Coruh obtained his Bachelor of Divinity (Ilahiyat) degree from the Faculty of Divinity at Sakarya University. In 2007, he completed his master's degree in Qur'anic exegesis (tafsīr) at the same university. Between 2003 and 2008, he actively participated in academic circles and centers such as İSAM (Centre for Islamic Studies) in Istanbul. In 2015, he successfully earned his PhD from Australian Catholic University, focusing his research on the early modern exegesis of the Qur'an, specifically studying the works of Said Nursi, Muhammad 'Abduh, and Sir Ahmad Khan. Dr. Coruh specializes in Qur'anic exegesis (tafsīr) and actively teaches and writes on subjects related to Qur'anic studies, classical exegesis, and contemporary approaches to the Qur'an and Islam. His academic interests encompass various fields, including classical and modern Qur'anic exegesis, contemporary Islamic thought, Islamic Legal Theories (usul al-fiqh) and Jurisprudence (fiqh), Islamic Ethics (akhlaq), Islamic theology, Medieval Classics (Islamic, Christian, and Jewish), and Comparative Theology. His teaching includes subjects such as Usul al-Tafsir, Usul al-Fiqh, Islamic Family Law and Society, and Islamic Jurisprudence of Five Pillars. Dr. Coruh's research output shows a strong focus on Qur'anic hermeneutics, particularly examining the works of key figures like Bediuzzaman Said Nursi and Muhammad 'Abduh. His publications demonstrate interdisciplinary approaches, connecting Islamic studies with contemporary issues such as religious freedom, science and religion dialogue, bioethics, and interfaith relations. He has made significant contributions to understanding the relationship between traditional Islamic scholarship and modern contexts, especially regarding topics like religious freedom (Qur'an 2:256), the methodology of Qur'anic exegesis, and Islamic responses to contemporary challenges. Dr. Coruh supervises multiple research students, including PhD candidates David Drennan, Sarkhan Gasimov, and Nadia El-Mouelhy (as co-supervisor), as well as Master's students Ikramullah Ahmad and Ensar Cutahija. His supervision topics cover diverse areas such as Islamic legal theory, interfaith relations, and contemporary Islamic thought. Dr. Coruh is actively engaged with various academic communities, serving as a member of the CISAC Research Team, CISAC School Board, Sufi Studies Network at Monash University, and the Comparative Theology Reading Group at Australian Catholic University. In 2023, he held a visiting research fellow position at the Center for Islamic Legislation and Ethics (CILE) at Hamad Bin Khalifa University in Qatar.

Eric Greeneمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Asian Religions
• Medieval Chinese Buddhism
• Buddhist Meditation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Eric Greene is an Associate Professor in the Department of Religious Studies at Yale University, specializing in medieval Chinese Buddhism. He has held academic positions since 2015, including Director of Graduate Studies at the Council on East Asian Studies. His research focuses on the transmission of Indian Buddhism to China, Chan/Zen Buddhism, and Buddhist meditation practices. He earned his Ph.D. in Buddhist Studies from UC Berkeley in 2012, with additional research at Kyoto University. Greene's work bridges historical analysis and textual criticism, particularly in early Chinese Buddhist texts such as the Vimalakīrti Sutra commentaries and meditation manuals. His publications include Chan Before Chan (2021) and The Secrets of Buddhist Meditation (2021), exploring meditation’s role in Chinese Buddhist identity and ritual. He has delivered invited lectures globally, addressing topics like Buddhist image worship, repentance practices, and comparative visions of meditation in medieval China and 19th-century psychology. Greene’s current research examines early Chinese Buddhist translation and commentary practices (150–350 CE), emphasizing how textual interpretation shaped Buddhist sinicization. His affiliations include the Yale Buddhist Studies Initiative and the Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures.