Jewish and Christian Literature

Overview

• Focus on Jewish and Christian literature and Ancient Near Eastern texts.
• Provides resources for Biblical Studies and theological research.

Online Primary Literature for Biblical Studies

• Access to original texts, manuscripts, and critical editions of the Bible.
• Includes Dead Sea Scrolls, Septuagint, early church fathers' writings.
• Useful for textual criticism and understanding historical/cultural contexts.

Ancient Jewish Views of Jesus

• Reflects diverse Jewish perspectives during the Second Temple period.
• Ranges from recognition of Jesus as a prophet to rejection of his messianic claims.
• Sources include Talmud and writings of Flavius Josephus.

The Lilith Page

• Explores mythology and evolution of Lilith in Jewish folklore.
• Describes Lilith as a demon or first wife of Adam.
• Discusses her depiction in literature, art, and feminist theology.

Adam and Eve Temptation Pictures

• Collection of artistic representations of Adam and Eve's temptation.
• Reflects different theological interpretations and artistic styles.

Sampling of Interpretations of the Song of Songs

• Curated selection of commentaries on Song of Songs.
• Viewed as an allegory of God’s love for Israel, Christ’s love for the Church, or secular love poems.

My Own Papers

• Collection of academic articles and essays in biblical studies and theology.
• Reflects personal research interests and scholarly contributions.

Importance of Learning Biblical Languages

• Essential for understanding the original context of the Holy Bible.
• Learning languages requires understanding cultural concepts.

Some Courses I Have Taught

• Courses designed in Biblical studies, theology, religious history.
• Topics include Old and New Testament studies, biblical languages, hermeneutics.
• Aim to deepen students’ understanding of the biblical tradition.