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Exploratory Session on Experimental Exegesis
To employ a predictable pun, the name of this session is open to interpretation. Aiming to explore and expand hermeneutical boundaries, we invite close readings of biblical literature and adjacent texts from experimental, experiential, or otherwise innovative perspectives. We also welcome papers that examine and evaluate existing attempts at new, unorthodox, potentially groundbreaking interpretations of biblical texts. To what extent are such interpretations conducive to a better understanding of God, humanity, the universe, biblical literature itself, and other related concepts? Please send paper proposals of approximately 400 words to Lauryn Stanfield (lstanfield22@georgefox.edu) and Gilad Elbom (gilad.elbom@oregonstate.edu). We value creativity and originality of thought.
For how long has this unit met?
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The 2025 conference will be our first year as an Exploratory Session!
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Do you accept submissions from students?
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Yes, we highly value student contributions, and accept papers from students, with no additional requirements. (Fun fact: our co-chair is the Student Director!)
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Who are the chairs of your unit?
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Lauryn Stanfield and Gilad Elbom
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Is there anything else that you'd like readers to know?
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Our two co-chairs are a post-Orthodox Jewish theologian and a future Anglican priest / Old Testament scholar, so we are open to any and all creative interpretations of the Bible and related texts, and we deeply value new ideas!
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