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Welcome to the Website of Prof. Michael Avioz

Bible Scholar and Dean of the Faculty of Jewish Studies at Bar-Ilan University

As the Dean of the Faculty of Jewish Studies and a senior lecturer in the Department of Bible, I am engaged in academic research and teaching. I earned all my academic degrees at Bar-Ilan University, where I have been actively working for many years to advance knowledge and scholarship.

My academic publications include numerous books and articles that offer in-depth analysis of biblical texts and their interpretation throughout the generations. In recent years, my research has focused particularly on the early biblical exegesis of Josephus, a subject on which I have published two books and numerous studies.

Previously, I served as Head of the Department of Bible and as Head of the International MA Program, roles that enabled me to train generations of scholars and contribute to a deeper understanding of the Bible and its interpretation.

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Recent Publications

Josephus' Interpretation of the Books of Samuel

Michael Avioz , 2016

Zer Rimonim: Studies in Biblical Literature and Jewish Exegesis Presented to Professor Rimon Kasher

Elie Assis, Michael Avioz, and Yael Shemesh , 2013

Legal Exegesis of Scripture in the Works of Josephus

Michael Avioz , 2019

From Josephus to Yosippon and Beyond

Michael Avioz and Carson Bay , 2024

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