Thesis Title:
Sons of Abraham: Non-Hegemonic Masculinity in Luke and Acts
Supervisor:
Prof David J. Downs
College:
Balliol
Biography:
Before coming to Oxford, Ben graduated with a cand.theol from the University of Oslo. He holds an MPhil from Oxford and is now in the latter stages of his DPhil, where he researches conceptions of masculinity in Luke and Acts. His methodology draws on gender studies and postcolonial theory, and his thesis argues that Jewish, non-hegemonic masculinities deserve consideration alongside the more developed scholarly engagements with ancient Greek and Roman masculine conceptions. Ben’s research challenges preconceived notions of gender in the ancient world, demonstrating how critically examining constructions of ancient masculinity shapes our understanding of intersecting issues such as power, hegemony, colonialism, and imperialism.
Educational Background:
Cand.theol (University of Oslo), MPhil (oxon.)
Research Interests:
New Testament, Early Christianity, Ancient Judaism, Luke and Acts, Masculinity Studies, Gender Studies, Postcolonialism
Recent Publications:
Isachsen, Benjamin. 2024. “The Money-loving, the Rich, the Tax-Collector, and the Gentile: Unexpected Calls to Discipleship in Luke and Acts.” CTM 51.4: 33-38
