Dr. Michael Satlow

Professor

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Biography

Michael Satlow specializes in Ancient Judaism and has a significant focus on the social history of Jews and Judaism in antiquity. He has authored several notable works, including 'The Bible Became Holy' and edited volumes such as 'Judaism and Economy: Sourcebook' and 'Strength to Strength: Essays in Honor of Shaye J. D. Cohen.' His academic pursuits include a broad interest in Jewish history, methodologies in religious studies, and the study of Late Antiquity. He is engaged in significant projects in digital humanities, notably directing initiatives such as 'Inscriptions of Israel/Palestine.' Satlow's recent research includes exploring the applications of artificial intelligence in the analysis of ancient texts as well as gender and sexuality within Jewish antiquity. He teaches a diverse array of courses encompassing early Judaism, comparative religions, and digital humanities, and is involved in graduate mentorship and training.

Research Interests

Awards

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American Council of Learned Societies Fellowship

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John Simon Guggenheim Fellowship

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Cogut Faculty Fellowship

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Fulbright Senior Scholar

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Seymour Gitin Distinguished Professorship

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NEH Public Scholars Fellowship

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NEH-BSF Grant

Courses

God's Law: Religion, Spirituality, Legality Religion Antisemitism: History Great Jewish Books Bible Became Holy Ten Commandments Talmud Happiness: The Pursuit of the Good Life Judaism, Christianity, Islam Race, Religion, Ethnicity: A Study of Antiquity Early Rabbinic Literature: Mishnah Readings in Rabbinic Literature Introduction to Digital Humanities

Requirements for Brown University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Economics or related field
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Economics