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Biblica et Patristica Thoruniensia

International Journal of Biblical & Patristic Studies

Where Biblical Scholarship Meets Patristic Wisdom

Discover the premier platform for cutting-edge research at the intersection of biblical studies and patristic thought.

Biblica et Patristica Thoruniensia stands as a distinguished quarterly journal that has been shaping scholarly discourse since its founding in 2008 at the prestigious Faculty of Theology, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń, Poland. This dynamic publication offers researchers and academics an exceptional opportunity to contribute to the vibrant dialogue between ancient wisdom and contemporary scholarship.

Why Publish With Us?

International Recognition

Your research deserves global recognition. With Q2 classification in Religious Studies (ranking among the top 48% of journals in the field) according to Scimago and a CiteScore of 0.4, Biblica et Patristica Thoruniensia combines comprehensive Scopus indexing with solid academic standing. The journal has established itself as a respected voice in European academic discourse, providing credible international visibility that enhances your scholarly profile across continental and global networks.

Global Visibility

Reach scholars worldwide through our comprehensive indexing in leading academic databases:

  • Scopus - ensuring international discoverability
  • DOAJ (Directory of Open Access Journals) - maximizing accessibility
  • EBSCO Discovery Service - connecting with research libraries globally
  • Erih Plus, Google Scholar, Index Copernicus, and more

Innovative Thematic Structure

Our unique annual framework creates diverse opportunities for groundbreaking contributions:

  • Issue 1 (Varia) - Explore the full spectrum of biblical and patristic studies with complete academic freedom
  • Issue 2 - Engage with pressing contemporary social issues through the lens of biblical and patristic wisdom, joining vital conversations that bridge ancient texts with modern challenges
  • Issue 3 - Delve into the sophisticated realm of biblical Thomism, contributing to this specialized yet increasingly relevant field
  • Issue 4 - Focus your expertise on specific biblical books, examining them through multiple lenses: exegetical, theological, hermeneutical, and patristic

European Scholarly Impact

Join a journal that has gained recognition not only within Polish academic circles but across European scholarly networks. Our Scopus indexing and solid Q2 ranking ensure your research reaches the international community of biblical and patristic scholars, contributing to the broader European conversation in religious studies and theological scholarship.

Clear Publication Process

We respect your time with transparent deadlines:

  • Issue 1: Submit by end of January
  • Issue 2: Submit by end of April
  • Issue 3: Submit by end of August
  • Issue 4: Submit by end of October

Editorial Board

Our distinguished editorial board comprises internationally recognized scholars from prestigious institutions across Europe and beyond. Led by Editor-in-Chief Prof. Krzysztof Bardski (Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński University in Warsaw), our team ensures the highest scholarly standards through rigorous evaluation and editorial processes.

  • Prof. dr John Anthony Berry University of Malta
  • Prof. Juan Chapa Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona
  • Prof. Enrico dal Covolo Pontificia Università Lateranense, Roma
  • Prof. dr hab. Waldemar Chrostowski UKSW, Warszawa
  • Prof. dr hab. Bogdan Częsz UAM, Poznań
  • Prof. Bazyli Degórski Pontificia Università di san Tommaso, Roma
  • Prof. Matthew Levering Mundelein Seminary, USA
  • Prof. Marcelo Merino Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona
  • Dr hab. Zbigniew Kiernikowski emeryt. prof. UMK, Legnica
  • Dr hab. Mariusz Rosik, prof. PWT PWT, Wrocław
  • Prof. Paweł Rytel-Andrianik Pontificia Università della Santa Croce, Roma
  • Prof. Waldemar Turek Pontificia Università Urbaniana, Roma
  • Dr Jörgen Vijgen Grootseminarie St. Willibrord-Tiltenberg, Netherlands i Thomas Institute-Tilburg School of Catholic Theology, Tilburg University, Belgium

Your Research Matters

Whether you're investigating the hermeneutical approaches of the Church Fathers, exploring how ancient interpreters address contemporary social concerns, or advancing new methodologies in biblical-patristic dialogue, Biblica et Patristica Thoruniensia provides the scholarly platform your research deserves.

Join a distinguished international community of researchers who recognize that patristic exegesis offers invaluable insights for contemporary biblical scholarship. Our journal serves as the perfect venue for interdisciplinary dialogue between biblical scholars, patrologists, theologians, and historians across Europe and beyond.

Join us in advancing the conversation between past and present, between text and interpretation, between scholarship and wisdom.

Ready to contribute to this dynamic scholarly community? We welcome your innovative research that bridges the ancient and contemporary worlds of biblical and patristic studies.

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