Beverly Gaventa's Journey to Biblical Scholarship

Beverly Gaventa's path to becoming a biblical scholar began in a conservative Christian environment where she initially saw limited roles for women in ministry. Despite early aspirations in diverse fields, she found her passion during her academic journey at Union Seminary, particularly through courses on the New Testament. It was her love for exegesis, especially in studying the Gospel of Mark and Romans, that marked a pivotal shift in her career. This newfound interest ultimately led her to a distinguished career in New Testament studies, significantly shaping her perspective as a professor and researcher.