Those within the orbit of Septuagint scholarship know of the John William Wevers Institute of Septuagint Studies that is based at Trinity Western University in Langley, British Columbia. I have written various posts about TWU over the years (see here), and one of the yearly events of note is their summer school seminar on the Septuagint. I have participated in some of these myself and also posted these each year for a while now (see the posts here: 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, and 2015). (more…)
Old Testament Studies
What is the Septuagint? A Two-Part Interview (with me)
With it being digital conference season, few people need more videos, digital calls, or screen time in their life. But since that lot falls to all of us — like it or not — I thought I’d post a two-part interview I did recently to consider adding to your watch-list. (more…)
My (Online) 2020 Conference Activity
It has been a busy autumn season for numerous reasons and I am sure I’m not the only one feeling the drag at this point. Those in the biblical studies world will know all too well at this point that the usual hustle and bustle of the annual conference scene has transformed into a tidal wave of email, recording, uploading, and various other digital logistics. Everything is online. Without saying more about my personal reflections on this state of affairs, I will simply list my activity in the various societies’ online events over the next few weeks. (more…)
Septuaginta &c. 