Alicia J. Batten

Alicia J. Batten

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Alicia J. Batten is associate professor of religious studies and theological studies at Conrad Grebel University College at the University of Waterloo, in Ontario, Canada. Her current research interests include the Catholic Epistles (especially James), ancient economics, dress in antiquity, and the history of biblical interpretation.

Diego Velazquez (1599-1660)

Honor and Shame in the New Testament

Did honor-shame values shape the Christology of the New Testament?

The Calling of Saints Peter and Andrew. Mosaic from the Church of Sant’Apollinare Nuovo

Fishing Economy in the Sea of Galilee

Despite ample evidence for its significance in understanding the New Testament and noncanonical texts, the Galilean fishing economy has been neglected by scholars.