Conference 2026
European Hebrew Journal International Scholarly Online Conference 2026
6–10 November 2026 | Live Online via Zoom | International Academic Conference
75+ International Speakers | 65+ Scholarly Sessions | Five Days of Research and Discussion
Organized by the European Hebrew Journal and the Institute for Hebrew Language and Literature, Belgrade, Serbia
The European Hebrew Journal International Scholarly Online Conference 2026 brings together international scholars, researchers, archaeologists, theologians, linguists, historians, educators and students for five days of academic presentations and discussions.
Organized in connection with the European Hebrew Journal and the Institute for Hebrew Language and Literature in Serbia, the conference explores new discoveries and research directions in biblical archaeology, Hebrew Bible, Biblical Hebrew, ancient manuscripts, Jewish studies, early Christianity, theology and digital humanities.
The conference takes place entirely online via Zoom from 6 to 10 November 2026, enabling international participation without travel.
Participants can attend live scholarly presentations, take part in questions and discussions, and access conference recordings for twelve months.
Research Themes and Academic Disciplines
The November 2026 conference encompasses an extensive range of academic disciplines and research questions.
Biblical Archaeology and the Ancient Near East
The programme features archaeological discoveries and research concerning ancient Israel, Jerusalem, Shiloh, Lachish, Bethsaida, inscriptions, material culture and the historical geography of the biblical world.
Presentations examine archaeological evidence alongside historical sources and biblical traditions, encouraging critical interdisciplinary discussion.
Hebrew Bible, Biblical Hebrew and Semitic Philology
Research includes the Hebrew Bible, Biblical Hebrew grammar, historical linguistics, Hebrew philology, textual interpretation, lexicography and the development of Hebrew across different historical periods.
Qumran, Dead Sea Scrolls and Ancient Manuscripts
Scholars address the Dead Sea Scrolls, Qumran manuscripts, the Great Isaiah Scroll, textual criticism, manuscript transmission, ancient versions, palaeography and the reconstruction and interpretation of ancient texts.
Second Temple Judaism and Early Christianity
The conference explores Second Temple Jewish traditions, the historical and religious contexts of early Christianity, Jewish and Christian scriptural interpretation, the Book of Enoch, the New Testament and the development of religious ideas.
Jewish, Christian and Muslim Intellectual Traditions
Selected presentations address relationships between Jewish, Christian and Islamic religious traditions, including prophecy, scriptural interpretation, theological terminology and the historical transmission of religious ideas.
These themes also provide a scholarly bridge to the forthcoming international conference on Christians and Muslims in Israel, scheduled for 25–28 January 2027.
Digital Humanities and Artificial Intelligence
The programme also examines computational approaches to ancient languages and texts, artificial intelligence in biblical studies, digital manuscript imaging, statistical analysis, machine learning and the methodological limits of emerging technologies.
International Scholars and Featured Presentations
The programme includes more than 75 international speakers and more than 65 scholarly sessions.
Featured scholars include:
- Prof. Yosef Garfinkel — archaeological research on Lachish and biblical history.
- Prof. Eckart Otto — Deuteronomy, the Pentateuch and biblical scholarship.
- Prof. Avraham Faust — archaeology of the Return to Zion and the Achaemenid period.
- Prof. Gabriele Boccaccini — Enochic Judaism and early Christianity.
- Prof. Aaron Koller — Hebrew scholarship and Abraham Ibn Ezra.
- Prof. Eyal Regev — the Qumran War Scroll and Second Temple Judaism.
- Prof. Joshua Schwartz — historical and cultural aspects of Jewish society.
- Prof. Shmuel Bolozky — Biblical and Modern Hebrew lexicography.
- Dr. Joe Uziel — archaeological evidence from Jerusalem.
- Prof. Boaz Zissu — Jewish archaeology and epigraphy.
Additional speakers contribute research from universities, archaeological projects, academic institutions and scholarly communities across the world.
For the full and continuously updated programme, presentation titles, speaker biographies and additional details, visit the official conference website.
Five Days of International Academic Exchange
The conference will take place from 6 to 10 November 2026.
Its online format allows scholars and participants from different countries to join live sessions and academic discussions.
Registration includes access to the five-day programme, live Zoom sessions, Q&A opportunities and twelve months of access to conference recordings.
Recordings are intended to remain useful for research, teaching, independent study and academic reference after the live conference concludes.
The event is designed for biblical scholars, archaeologists, theologians, Hebraists, Semitic linguists, historians, professors, doctoral researchers, students, clergy, educators and interested members of the wider public.
Supporting Diamond Open Access Scholarship
The European Hebrew Journal is dedicated to Diamond Open Access academic publishing.
Under this publishing model, scholarly research is available to readers without subscription charges, while authors are not required to pay submission or publication fees.
Net proceeds from the November conference registrations support the journal's Diamond Open Access mission and the continued dissemination of scholarly research.
From November 2026 to January 2027: Continuing the Academic Dialogue
The international scholarly dialogue continues with another online conference organized through the Institute for Hebrew Language and Literature.
Christians and Muslims in Israel — International Online Conference, 25–28 January 2027
Following the broad interdisciplinary programme of the European Hebrew Journal Conference 2026, the January 2027 conference on Christians and Muslims in Israel focuses specifically on Christians and Muslims in Israel.
The programme addresses religious communities, minority rights, education, coexistence, interreligious relations, religious identity, public discourse, historical contexts and contemporary Israeli society.
The two events have distinct academic programmes but share a commitment to international scholarly exchange, critical research and constructive dialogue.
Scholars and participants interested in Jewish–Christian relations, Islam, Christianity, religious minorities, the Holy Land, contemporary Israel and interreligious dialogue are invited to explore the January conference.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the European Hebrew Journal Conference 2026?
The conference takes place from 6 to 10 November 2026.
Is the conference online?
Yes. The event is held online via Zoom.
What academic subjects are covered?
Major subjects include biblical archaeology, Hebrew Bible, Biblical Hebrew, Qumran and Dead Sea Scrolls, textual criticism, Second Temple Judaism, early Christianity, theology, ancient history and digital humanities.
Can participants watch recordings after the event?
Yes. Registered participants receive twelve months of access to conference recordings.
Where can I find the complete programme?
The official conference website provides the detailed programme and additional information:
Is there another related conference in January 2027?
Yes. The international online conference on Christians and Muslims in Israel takes place from 25 to 28 January 2027.
Details are available at: