Every few weeks Shirley Paulson looks back over recent conversations in early Christian studies and shares some developments that she thinks curious readers might enjoy knowing about.

Shirley Paulson writes a series of posts about this important book by Paul Linjamaa

Once a month, Shirley Paulson presents a new installment of the Bible and Beyond Monday textual studies discussions.

James F. McGrath shares thoughts about his latest book and articles with Shirley Paulson of the Bible and Beyond.

The latest installment of the “Lives Remembered” series by Shirley Paulson

Michael Williams explains why “Gnosticism” can obscure Nag Hammadi texts—and how reading each text closely changes what we see.

Shirley Paulson looks at some recent scholarship about early Christianity and related upcoming events.

Shirley Paulson gets an update from a scholar of early Christian texts, Dr. Kimberley A. Fowler, and learns about her recent work and publications.

Shirley Paulson writes a series of posts about this important book by Paul Linjamaa

Once a month, Shirley Paulson presents a new installment of the Bible and Beyond Monday textual studies discussions.

The latest installment of the "Lives Remembered" series by Shirley Paulson

Scholar David Frankfurter explores ancient magic, healing, religion, and why some people in antiquity may have viewed Jesus as a 'magos.'

Shirley Paulson looks back over recent conversations in early Christian studies. and shares some developments of interest to Bible and Beyond's readers.

Shirley Paulson writes about this important book by Paul Linjamaa

Once a month, Shirley Paulson presents a new installment of the Bible and Beyond Monday textual studies discussions.

What are scholars of early Christianity looking for these days? What’s on their minds? Shirley Paulson's "Scholar Research Updates" will help you keep up with current research.

Shirley Paulson shares her thoughts on Sarah Parkhouse's exploration of how the remembered place of Perpetua and Felicity's martyrdom shaped Christian memory.

The latest installment of the "Lives Remembered" series by Shirley Paulson

Dr. Karen Wenell explores the Kingdom of God as sacred space, lived experience, ethics, and community—not merely a future realm.

Shirley Paulson shares significant events of interest to Bible and Beyond's subscribers.

Our live online hybrid courses allow users to watch course lectures 24/7, and participate in live online discussions with a group.

Shirley Paulson shares her thoughts on Bernard F. Batto’s The Many Faces of Adam and Eve.

Once a month, Shirley Paulson presents a new installment of the Bible and Beyond Monday textual studies discussions.

Learn about the publications and projects that scholar of early Christianity, David Brakke, has been involved in.

Bonar's examination of the "Exegesis on the Soul" sheds light on the diversity of early Christian thought.

Explore the Hermetica with Dr. M. David Litwa—ancient spirituality, gnosis, divine consciousness, and links to early Christianity.

The Jewish Thinker Who Helped Shape Christian Thought

Shirley Paulson reviews Candida Moss's book

In the 7th century, Christianity wasn’t just taught—it was proven through power, survival, and success in a world of political instability.

What are scholars of early Christianity looking for these days? What’s on their minds? We'll help you stay up with current research.

Once a month, Shirley Paulson presents a new installment of the Bible and Beyond Monday textual studies discussions.

This podcast examines Simon Magus, a controversial figure from the book of Acts, and his evolving role in early Christian tradition.

Bible and Beyond's Substack publication features the latest information about ancient Christian texts and the earliest followers of Jesus. We share posts on a variety of topics including updates about...

Deconstruction isn’t the end of faith. James McGrath explores how critical Bible study can lead to deeper understanding and renewed faith.

Bible and Beyond's Substack publication features the latest information about ancient Christian texts and the earliest followers of Jesus. We share posts on a variety of topics including updates about...

Once a month, Shirley Paulson presents a new installment of the Bible and Beyond Monday textual studies discussions.

Learn about significant events of interest to Bible and Beyond's subscribers and scholars of early Christian texts.

Book Review: Jesus and Justice: Organizing for God’s Reign on Earth Then and Now by John Dominic Crossan and Michael Okinczyc-Cruz.

Crisis, plague, monastic life, and Neoplatonism reshaped 6th century Christianity, laying the foundations of medieval beliefs and traditions.

A Catholic woman bishop explores gnosis, mysticism, and women’s leadership—recovering inner knowing at the heart of early Christianity.

Once a month, Shirley Paulson presents a new installment of the Bible and Beyond Monday textual studies discussions.

Did Jesus have two fathers? Exploring Joseph, God, and divine parenthood in ancient Christian texts, canonical and extracanonical.

The basic theme of fifth century Christianity was conflict between centralized ecclesial authority and competing interpretations of belief.

Did Jesus have two fathers? Exploring Joseph, God, and divine parenthood in ancient Christian texts, canonical and extracanonical.

Jesus the Storyteller, a three-module mini course, explores several parables that provide food for thought and draw us closer to Jesus.

Fourth-century Christianity shifted from persecuted faith to imperial power, reshaping authority, doctrine, and what it meant to be Christian

Once a month, Shirley Paulson presents a new installment of the Bible and Beyond Monday textual studies discussions.

Karen King discusses the complexity and significance of Mary Magdalene in early Christian texts with a focus on the Gospel of Mary.