Our Biblical Exegesis from Eastern Orthodox Perspectives unit welcomes proposals for the following sessions at the Annual Meeting in Denver (November 21–24, 2026):
1) The use and interpretation of the Passion Narratives (and their own intertextuality) within patristic exegetical and Orthodox liturgical traditions.
2) The reception of Wisdom Literature from Orthodox perspectives.
3) The reception of Apocalyptic Literature from Orthodox perspectives.
4) Co-sponsored with the Religion and Philosophy in Late Antiquity unit: Platonism and Exegesis. These papers may explore how Platonic philosophical concepts and frameworks were employed or modified in sacred texts, rituals, and the interpretation of symbols within Hellenistic Judaism, Early Christianity, and polytheistic religious traditions. Contributions may address hermeneutical methods, metaphysical assumptions, or the reception and adaptation of Platonic ideas in exegetical practice.
Please ubmit your proposal here.
The call for papers for this meeting is open until 11:59 PM EST on 4 March. Full and student members of SBL are eligible to propose papers.
With all best wishes
Co-chairs Michael Azar and Athanasios Despotis
For our past sessions see the following links: