Abigail Naidu

Thesis title:

The Temple Scrolls: A Literary and Material Analysis

My research is focused on material and textual analysis of the Temple Scroll manuscripts.

Research Area

Theology, Divinity and Religion

Conferences

M4C Research Fest 2022 - "More Than Words: Considering the Material Features of the Temple Scroll Manuscripts"

Memberships

Society of Biblical Literature (SBL)

Scholarships and Awards

Midlands4Cities AHRC Doctoral Training Partnership (2021-present)

Ulrich Simon Prize, Department of Theology and Religious Studies, King's College London (highest average mark in the department) (2020)

Scholar, Worcester College, Oxford (2002-2004)

Background and Education

I completed a BA in Theology at Oxford University and later completed an MA in Religion (Biblical Studies) at King's College London, graduating with a Distinction. I began doctoral studies at the University of Birmingham in October 2021.

Invited Lectures and Seminars

Birmingham Biblical Studies Seminar - "An Impenetrable Temple: Impurity and Sacred Space in the Temple Scroll" (May 2023)

Oak Hill College Graduate Seminar - "Discovering the Dead Sea Scrolls" (April 2022)

Teaching

University of Birmingham, Postgraduate Teaching Assistant 2022-2023

The Bible and Global Challenges

Introduction to the Study of Religion