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Featured Voice: Tomasz Koszarek

Date postedOctober 1, 2026
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In this installment of Voices of CBA, we are pleased to feature Tomasz Koszarek, Editor-in-Chief of Ruch Biblijny i Liturgiczny, the oldest Polish journal of biblical studies

  • Tomasz Koszarek

    Tell us a little about yourself and your scholarly interests.

I am a biblical scholar affiliated with the Studium Biblicum Franciscanum in Jerusalem.
https://sbf.custodia.org/it/koszarek-tomasz
I also serve as Editor-in-Chief of Ruch Biblijny i Liturgiczny, the oldest Polish journal of biblical studies, which has been published continuously since 1948. 
https://rbl.ptt.net.pl/index.php/RBL/about/editorialTeam
https://rbl.ptt.net.pl/index.php/RBL/issue/archive

My work combines research, teaching, and editorial responsibilities, and I particularly enjoy fostering scholarly dialogue and international collaboration. I see academic publishing not only as a means of disseminating research but also as an opportunity to build bridges within the international community of biblical scholars and to support the next generation of researchers. 

  • What project, publication, or question is most animating your work right now?

My current research focuses on two major areas of biblical studies. The first is the Book of Judges, where I am exploring its literary composition, theological message, and its place within the broader history of Israel's traditions. The second concerns the literary genre of the rîb, examining its development in the Hebrew Bible and its theological significance. I am particularly interested in how literary forms shape theological meaning and how careful literary analysis can contribute to a deeper understanding of the biblical text. These projects reflect my broader interest in the relationship between literary structure, historical context, and theological interpretation in the Hebrew Scriptures.

  • What has your involvement in the CBA meant for your scholarship, teaching, or professional community?

The Catholic Biblical Association has become an important place of scholarly exchange and professional friendship for me. It has given me the opportunity to meet colleagues from a wide range of academic traditions, discuss ongoing research, and receive valuable feedback on my own work. Beyond the formal sessions, I especially value the conversations that continue after presentations, where new ideas and future collaborations often emerge. As Editor-in-Chief of Ruch Biblijny i Liturgiczny, I also appreciate the opportunity to build bridges between biblical scholars in North America and Europe by inviting colleagues to contribute to our journal and fostering international academic cooperation.

  • What is one passion, interest, or practice outside your academic work that you would like others to know about?

Outside my academic work, I value spending time in places connected with the biblical world. Living in Jerusalem has deepened my appreciation for how geography, archaeology, and local traditions illuminate the Scriptures. I also enjoy traveling, discovering new cultures, and meeting people whose experiences broaden my own perspective. Equally important to me is cultivating friendships within the academic community. Some of the most meaningful moments at conferences happen not during the papers themselves, but over coffee or a shared meal, where conversations naturally continue and often develop into lasting collaborations and friendships

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