Richard Bauckham

Richard Bauckham is a prominent British theologian and New Testament scholar known for his influential contributions to biblical studies. Born in 1946, Bauckham served as a Professor of New Testament Studies at the University of St Andrews, where he taught until his retirement. His groundbreaking work, "Jesus and the Eyewitnesses," challenges conventional perceptions of the Gospels, arguing for their historical reliability through firsthand witness testimony. Bauckham's scholarly interests span topics such as early Christianity, apocalyptic literature, and the book of Revelation. A Fellow of the British Academy, he continues to write, lecture, and inspire both academics and lay readers alike.