Society of Biblical Literature Email Format
Higher EducationGeorgia, United States11-50 Employees
The Society of Biblical Literature is a longstanding international association focused on biblical studies. Founded in 1880, it is the oldest and largest scholarly membership organization in its field, with a global network of members. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, it operates within the higher education landscape and serves a mix of teachers, students, religious leaders, and other individuals interested in critical biblical inquiry. The organization emphasizes scholarly collaboration and inquiry, facilitating engagement with the critical examination of biblical texts. It counts more than 8,500 international members, reflecting a broad cross-section of the academic and religious community. In 2020, it announced a partnership with IBR GmbH to plan for presenting many sessions online as an affiliate member, illustrating the organization’s responsiveness to online formats.