John H. Walton
John H. Walton is a professor of Old Testament at Wheaton College Graduate School.
He holds a PhD from Hebrew Union College and has authored or co-authored numerous books on Old Testament topics.
Walton's expertise lies in ancient Near Eastern literature and culture, which he applies to biblical interpretation.
His work often challenges traditional understandings of Scripture, particularly in relation to creation accounts.
Walton's publications include "Chronological and Background Charts of the Old Testament," "Ancient Israelite Literature in Its Cultural Context," and "The IVP Bible Background Commentary: Old Testament." His research focuses on understanding biblical texts within their original historical and cultural contexts, aiming to provide fresh insights into familiar passages.
