Society of Biblical Literature
- Website
- http://www.sbl-site.org/
- Telephone
- (404) 727-3100
- Location
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825 Houston Mill Road, Suite 350
Atlanta
GA
30329
US
Mission Statement:
Foster Biblical Scholarship
Strategic Vision Statement:
Founded in 1880, the Society of Biblical Literature is the oldest and largest learned society devoted to the critical investigation of the Bible from a variety of academic disciplines.* As an international organization, the Society offers its members opportunities for mutual support, intellectual growth, and professional development through the following:
- Advancing academic study of biblical texts and their contexts as well as of the traditions and contexts of biblical interpretation
- Collaborating with educational institutions and other appropriate organizations to support biblical scholarship and teaching
- Developing resources for diverse audiences, including students, religious communities, and the general public
- Facilitating broad and open discussion from a variety of critical perspectives
- Organizing congresses for scholarly exchange
- Publishing biblical scholarship
- Promoting cooperation across global boundaries
Core Values
Accountability
Openness to Change
Collaboration
Professionalism
Collegiality
Respect for Diversity
Critical Inquiry
Scholarly Integrity
Inclusivity
Tolerance
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