Pontifical Biblical Institute
Pontifical Biblical Institute
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The Pontifical Biblical Institute (also known as Biblicum) is a research and postgraduate teaching institution specialised in biblical and ancient Near Eastern studies located in Rome. Founded in 1909 by Pope Pius X, it is an institution of the Holy See entrusted to the Society of Jesus (Jesuits). Since 1927, the Institute has also maintained a branch in the city of Jerusalem, providing students and scholars with direct academic engagement in the region.
The institution focuses heavily on advanced academic research and specialized postgraduate education within its core fields of expertise. Programmes are designed to foster deep scholarly inquiry into biblical texts, ancient Near Eastern history, languages, and archaeology, supporting the broader mission of theological and historical scholarship. Its faculty and library resources are tailored specifically to support high-level academic investigation in these traditional yet vital disciplines.
Along with the Pontifical Oriental Institute, the Pontifical Biblical Institute was incorporated into the Pontifical Gregorian University, strengthening its collaborative academic framework within Rome's network of pontifical institutions. Prospective international applicants interested in pursuing advanced studies in biblical and ancient Near Eastern research will find a uniquely focused scholarly community rooted in the Jesuit tradition of academic excellence.
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