I have always appreciated reading and listening to those scholars who have both a command over the relevant, classical languages and a direct knowledge of the primary sources in their disciplines. [Read more…]
Andrew Kelley on “What makes a good Biblical Scholar or Theologian?”
Although I am presently working as a local pastor, and not doing as much scholarly work right now, I learned a lot from my time at the University of Edinburgh during my PhD. As I reflect back on scholars and peers that I respect and consider what led to successes and failures in my own scholarship, I can offer four qualities that I believe make someone a good Biblical Scholar or Theologian.
James B. Prothro on “What Makes a Good Biblical Scholar or Theologian?”
What makes a good biblical scholar or theologian? What advice would I give students—or have given myself 10 years ago—looking into advanced degrees? For those who are interested or who just compulsively read this blog, here are five suggestions amid many better ones already written in this series: [Read more…]
David Ritsema on “What Makes a Good Biblical Scholar or Theologian?”
I think the answer to that question can only be measured based on output. Good scholars can be recognized either through their writing or through their teaching. [Read more…]
Raymond Edward Morehouse on “What makes a good Biblical Scholar or Theologian?”
I took the first steps of my journey to becoming a biblical scholar because I believed, as I still do, that the Bible is the Word of God, and that as a person of faith, I had an obligation to listen to its words and submit to its authority. [Read more…]
Kevin O’Farrell on “What makes a good Biblical Scholar or Theologian?”
A good theologian knows what they are doing and why they are doing it, asking the vocational questions of what it means to be a theologian and what it means to do their task well. A good theologian keeps these questions close at hand, since they clarify what it means to be a theologian in one’s own setting. [Read more…]
Taylor Weaver on “What makes a good Biblical Scholar or Theologian?”
My most salient advice for biblical scholars and theologians is: be aware of the diversity of your discipline, and work hard toward inculcating permeable boundaries for the disciplinary city. Those marginal spaces in the discipline are essential for the future of biblical studies and/or theology. [Read more…]
Jeanette Pifer on “What Makes a good Biblical Scholar or Theologian?”
“Humility, faith, faithfulness, worship.” [Read more…]
Matthew Ryan Hauge on “What Makes a Good Biblical Scholar or Theologian?”
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A good biblical scholar brings the text to life. [Read more…]
Max Botner on “What Makes a Good Biblical Scholar or Theologian?”
From my perspective, a good biblical scholar is someone who is immersed in the primary sources, has a firm grasp of the history of the discipline, and communicates clearly with and listens to the voices of others. [Read more…]