Publications

Here are the latest publications by our members.

Mishnah: Translation and Commentary Set (Volumes 1–6, Guide)

We are pleased to announce that two of our members, Dr. Jaeyoung Jeon and Dr. Young Gil Lee, have contributed to Old Testament scholarship in Korea, and their work, alongside that of other contributors, has been formally recognized. Below is a brief message from the publisher.

The Mishnah: Translation and Commentary Set (Volumes 1–6, Guide) has been selected as an Excellent Academic Book for 2025 by the National Academy of Sciences, Republic of Korea.

Each year, the National Academy of Sciences selects outstanding academic books in the field of basic studies and distributes them to universities across Korea, aiming to encourage research and scholarly writing. This year, in the field of Humanities/Religious Studies, Hangilsa’s Mishnah: Translation and Commentary Set (Volumes 1–6, Guide) has been honored with this selection.

The Mishnah is a systematic compilation of the commandments found in the Pentateuch, which the Jewish people call the Torah, clarifying, supplementing, and organizing them by topic. True to its name, which means “study,” the Mishnah is the result of the intellectual labor of rabbis across many generations, who taught, learned, and debated its contents, gradually shaping it into its final form. Compiled in the early 3rd century CE, the Mishnah became the foundation upon which the Talmud was developed 200–400 years later.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the translators who devoted themselves with passion and commitment over the seven years it took to bring Mishnah: Translation and Commentary Set (Volumes 1–6, Guide) from planning to publication, and to the late Professor Choi Chang-mo, who played a central role in this project.

Introduction to the Book of Ezekiel: Reading Ezekiel in Ruins and Renewal by Soo Kim Sweeney

In Introduction to the Book of Ezekiel: Reading Ezekiel in Ruins and Renewal, Soo Kim Sweeney offers a compelling and accessible seminary-level exploration of one of the Bible’s most enigmatic prophets. Framed by Ezekiel’s vision of exile and restoration, this volume invites readers to encounter the prophet as a theologian of radical hope amid devastation. With clarity and scholarly depth, Sweeney presents Ezekiel not merely as a priest-prophet bound by ancient ritual and cosmic imagery, but as a witness to God’s presence in the midst of political collapse, communal trauma, and spiritual dislocation. Drawing connections between Ezekiel’s visions and contemporary experiences of disorientation and renewal, the book presents a timely and theologically rich introduction to a prophet often misunderstood or overlooked. This volume emphasizes Ezekiel’s call to reimagine holiness, community, and divine fidelity in the shadow of catastrophe. Sweeney guides readers through major themes such as the glory of God in exile, prophetic embodiment, temple theology, judgment and mercy, and the symbolic power of vision and action. Ideal for students, pastors, and anyone seeking a deeper theological engagement with Scripture, this book brings Ezekiel’s message into dialogue with today’s church and world. A unique feature of the text is its integration of biblical scholarship with spiritual reflection, making it not only an academic introduction but also an invitation to spiritual renewal through the prophetic voice of Ezekiel.

This volume is also available in French, German, Portuguese, and Spanish. A Korean edition will be published soon, too.

발굴한 신의 흔적들: 고고학으로 보는 고대근동의 성경이야기 (이삭 지음)

Last updated: October 4, 2025