Professor Dr. Tony Keddie

Associate Professor

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Biography

Tony Keddie is an Associate Professor in the Department of Religious Studies at the University of Texas at Austin, where he holds the Ronald Nelson Smith Chair in Classics Christian Origins. His research spans various aspects of ancient Mediterranean religions, focusing particularly on the New Testament, Christian origins, and the socio-political dynamics of early Judaism and Christianity. Keddie's interdisciplinary work includes archaeological research and literary analysis, emphasizing the intersection of labor and religion in the Roman Empire. He has authored several significant publications, including the books 'Republican Jesus: Right Rewritten Gospels' and 'Class Power in Roman Palestine', and has co-edited various scholarly volumes. His academic contributions have been recognized with awards such as the Society of Biblical Literature's Regional Scholar Award, and he is an active member of multiple professional organizations. Keddie’s teaching encompasses diverse topics related to biblical interpretation and ancient religious practices.

Research Interests

New Testament Christian Origins Temple Judaism Hellenistic Judaism Apocalypticism Archaeology Religion Sacred Economies Religion, Class, Empire Jewish-Christian Relations

Experience

Department Chair

2022-08-01 — Present

University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

Oversees the Department of Religious Studies, managing academic programs and faculty.

Associate Professor

2019-01-01 — Present

University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

Teaches courses on ancient religions, biblical studies, and conducts research in early Christianity and Judaism.

Faculty Member

2017-01-01 — 2022-05-01

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, Canada

Conducted research and taught courses in Religious Studies.

Courses

Translating Bible Archaeology Jesus's World Critical Issues New Testament Slavery New Testament Critical Issues 2nd Temple Judaism Revelation/Apocalyptic Literature Religion Economics Ancient Mediterranean Rise of Christianity

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program

Requirements

GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5

Prerequisites

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution

Application Checklist

  • Online application
  • Application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume

Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.