Honorary Associate Professor
Overview
Dr Rick Strelan’s research interests include: The Acts of the Apostles.
Dr Strelan holds the following qualifications: PhD (UQ) BA (Hons) (UQ) Dip Theol (Melb Coll Div) and is a Senior Lecturer in Studies in Religion.
He teaches in the areas of New Testament, Dead Sea Scrolls, Early Christianity, NT Greek.
Dr Strelan’s current research project is: Luke: the traditions about the author of the Third Gospel and a new proposal.
Dr Strelan is also the undergraduate Studies in Religion adviser.
Qualifications
- Diploma in Theology, MCD
- BA (Hons), The University of Queensland
- PhD, The University of Queensland
Publications
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Journal Article: Paul's Work and His Co-workers
Strelan, Rick (2016). Paul's Work and His Co-workers. Lutheran Theological Journal, 50 (1), 17-27.
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Book Chapter: The ascension as a cultic experience in Acts
Strelan, Rick (2016). The ascension as a cultic experience in Acts. Ascent into heaven in Luke-Acts: New Explorations of Luke's Narrative Hinge. (pp. 213-232) edited by David K. Bryan and David W. Pao. Minneapolis, Minn, United States: Fortress Press.
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Book Chapter: The languages of the Lycus Valley
Strelan, Richard (2011). The languages of the Lycus Valley. Colossae in space and time : Linking to an ancient city. (pp. 77-103) edited by Alan H. Cadwallader and Michael Trainor. Gottingen, Germany: Vandenhoeck & Ruprech.
Grants
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Religion Bazaar - Immersive Learning in Second Life
(2007–2009) UQ Teaching & Learning Strategic Grants
Supervision
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The Social Theology of Communio Sanctorum and Its Contribution to Christian Humanism
Master Philosophy
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The Sabbath in Luke-Acts: Luke's case for perpetuating the Sabbath
(2020) Doctor Philosophy
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Who Are the Righteous?: The Narrative Function of the Dikaioi in the Gospel of Luke
(2018) Doctor Philosophy
Publications
Book
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Luke the priest: the authority of the author of the Third Gospel
Strelan, Rick (2008). Luke the priest: the authority of the author of the Third Gospel. Aldershot, England ; Burlington, VT: Ashgate Publishing.
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"I Sowed Fruits into Hearts" (Odes Sol. 17:13): Festschrift for Professor Michael Lattke
Pauline Allen, Majella Franzmann and Rick Strelan eds. (2007). "I Sowed Fruits into Hearts" (Odes Sol. 17:13): Festschrift for Professor Michael Lattke. Early Christian Studies, Strathfield, Australia: Centre for Early Christian Studies.
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Strange acts : Studies in the cultural world of the Acts of the Apostles
Strelan, Richard E. (2004). Strange acts : Studies in the cultural world of the Acts of the Apostles. Berlin, Germany ; New York, U.S.A.: Walter de Gruyter.
Book Chapter
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The ascension as a cultic experience in Acts
Strelan, Rick (2016). The ascension as a cultic experience in Acts. Ascent into heaven in Luke-Acts: New Explorations of Luke's Narrative Hinge. (pp. 213-232) edited by David K. Bryan and David W. Pao. Minneapolis, Minn, United States: Fortress Press.
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The languages of the Lycus Valley
Strelan, Richard (2011). The languages of the Lycus Valley. Colossae in space and time : Linking to an ancient city. (pp. 77-103) edited by Alan H. Cadwallader and Michael Trainor. Gottingen, Germany: Vandenhoeck & Ruprech.
Journal Article
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Paul's Work and His Co-workers
Strelan, Rick (2016). Paul's Work and His Co-workers. Lutheran Theological Journal, 50 (1), 17-27.
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What might a Pagan have understood by "Holy Spirit"?
Strelan, Rick (2010). What might a Pagan have understood by "Holy Spirit"?. Colloquium, 42 (2), 151-172.
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Tabitha: The Gazelle of Joppa (Acts 9.36 - 41)
Strelan, Rick (2009). Tabitha: The Gazelle of Joppa (Acts 9.36 - 41). Biblical Theology Bulletin, 39 (2), 77-86. doi: 10.1177/0146107909103881
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Strelan, R. E. (2007). A Note on άσΦάλεια (Luke 1.4). Journal For The Study Of The New Testament, 30 (2), 163-171. doi: 10.1177/0142064X07084774
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A people's history of Christianity, vol 1, Christian origins.
Strelan, R (2007). A people's history of Christianity, vol 1, Christian origins.. Journal of Religious History, 31 (2), 203-204.
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'We hear them telling in our own tongues the mighty works of god' (acts 2:11)
Strelan, R. E. (2006). 'We hear them telling in our own tongues the mighty works of god' (acts 2:11). Neotestamentica, 40 (2), 295-319.
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In search of Jesus: Insider and outsider images
Strelan, R. (2005). In search of Jesus: Insider and outsider images. Journal of Religious History, 29 (3), 312-314. doi: 10.1111/j.1467-9809.2005.00334.x
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Strelan, Rick (2005). John Barton, ed.: The Biblical World. London and New York: Routledge, 2002; Vol. 1, pp. xxiii + 525; Vol. 2, pp. viii + 539. Journal of Religious History, 29 (1), 77-78. doi: 10.1111/j.1467-9809.2005.00262.x
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Who was Bar Jesus (Acts 13,6-12)?
Strelan, Rick (2004). Who was Bar Jesus (Acts 13,6-12)?. Biblica, 85 (1), 65-81.
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Acts 19:12: Paul's 'Aprons' Again
Strelan, Rick (2003). Acts 19:12: Paul's 'Aprons' Again. Journal of Theological Studies, 54 (1), 154-157. doi: 10.1093/jts/54.1.154
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Elizabeth, are you hiding? (Luke 1:24)
Strelan, R. E. (2003). Elizabeth, are you hiding? (Luke 1:24). Neotestamentica, 37 (1), 87-95.
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Elizabeth, are you hiding? (Luke 1:24)
Strelan, Rick (2003). Elizabeth, are you hiding? (Luke 1:24). Neotestamentica, 37 (1), 87-95.
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Going in and out: Israel's leaders in acts
Strelan, R. E. (2003). Going in and out: Israel's leaders in acts. Journal of Biblical Studies, 3 (1), 1-11.
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Outside are the dogs and the sorcerers... (Revelation 22:15)
Strelan, R. E. (2003). Outside are the dogs and the sorcerers... (Revelation 22:15). Biblical Theology Bulletin, 33 (4), 148-157. doi: 10.1177/014610790303300404
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Keys to the Gate Beautiful (Acts 3:1-10)
Strelan, Rick (2001). Keys to the Gate Beautiful (Acts 3:1-10). Journal of Biblical Studies, 1 (3).
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Keys to the Gate Beautiful (Acts 3:1-10)
Strelan, R. E. (2001). Keys to the Gate Beautiful (Acts 3:1-10). Journal of Biblical Studies, 3, 1-21.
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The Running Prophet [Acts 8:30]
Strelan, Richard (2001). The Running Prophet [Acts 8:30]. Novum Testamentum, 43 (1), 31-38. doi: 10.1163/15685360151101746
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Strelan, R (2001). The running prophet in Acts-VIII,30 (On the cultic significance of physical gestures and movements in the 'Acts of the Apostles'). Novum Testamentum, 43 (1), 31-38. doi: 10.1163/15685360151101746
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Recognising the gods (Acts 14:8-10)
Strelan, Rick (2000). Recognising the gods (Acts 14:8-10). New Testament Studies, 46 (4), 488-503. doi: 10.1017/S002868850000028X
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A greater than Caesar: Storm stories in Lucan and Mark
Strelan, R. E. (2000). A greater than Caesar: Storm stories in Lucan and Mark. Zeitschrift fur die Neutestamentliche Wissenschaft und die Kunde der alteren Kirche, 91 (4), 166-179. doi: 10.1515/zntw.2000.91.3-4.166
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The fallen watchers and the disciples in mark
Strelan, Rick (1999). The fallen watchers and the disciples in mark. Journal for the Study of the Pseudepigrapha, 10 (20), 73-92. doi: 10.1177/095182079900002003
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Strelan, Rick (1999). Gamaliel's hunch. Australian Biblical Review, 47 (1), 53-69.
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Strange stares: Atenizein in Acts
Strelan, Rick (1999). Strange stares: Atenizein in Acts. Novum Testamentum, 41 (3), 235-255. doi: 10.1163/156853699323281270
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The fallen watchers and the disciples in Mark
Strelan, R. E. (1999). The fallen watchers and the disciples in Mark. Journal for the Study of Pseudepigrapha, 20, 73-92.
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To sit is to mourn: The women at the tomb
Strelan, R. E. (1999). To sit is to mourn: The women at the tomb. Colloquium, 31 (1), 31-45.
Conference Publication
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Luke Use of LXX Isaiah in Acts
Strelan, Rick (2003). Luke Use of LXX Isaiah in Acts. Studiroum Novi Testamenti Societas, Bonn, Germany, 31 July, 2003.
Other Outputs
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Tabitha: The Gazelle of Joppa (Acts 9:36-41)
Strelan, Rick (2006). Tabitha: The Gazelle of Joppa (Acts 9:36-41).
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Paul, Artemis, and the Jews in Ephesus
Strelan, Rick, (1994). Paul, Artemis, and the Jews in Ephesus. PhD Thesis, School of History, Philosophy, Religion, and Classics, The University of Queensland.
Grants (Administered at UQ)
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Religion Bazaar - Immersive Learning in Second Life
(2007–2009) UQ Teaching & Learning Strategic Grants
PhD and MPhil Supervision
Current Supervision
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Great Goddess or Model Devotee? A Study of Radha in the Puranas
Doctor Philosophy — Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
Completed Supervision
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The Social Theology of Communio Sanctorum and Its Contribution to Christian Humanism
() Master Philosophy — Principal Advisor
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The Sabbath in Luke-Acts: Luke's case for perpetuating the Sabbath
(2020) Doctor Philosophy — Principal Advisor
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Who Are the Righteous?: The Narrative Function of the Dikaioi in the Gospel of Luke
(2018) Doctor Philosophy — Principal Advisor
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(2016) Doctor Philosophy — Principal Advisor
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Swimming Against the Tide: A History of the Leadership System of the Apostolic Church of Queensland
(2013) Doctor Philosophy — Principal Advisor
Other advisors:
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The Role of the Goddesses and the Feminine in Ancient Egyptian Religion
(2013) Master Philosophy — Principal Advisor
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From Son to High Priest: The Christological Rhetoric of Hebrews
(2009) Doctor Philosophy — Principal Advisor
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Yonggi Cho's Understanding of the Holy Spirit
(2009) Master Philosophy — Principal Advisor
Other advisors:
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MARTHA FROM THE MARGINS: AN EXAMINATION OF EARLY CHRISTIAN TRADITIONS ABOUT MARTHA
() Doctor Philosophy — Principal Advisor
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EARS TO HEAR IN REVELATION
() Doctor Philosophy — Principal Advisor
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JOHN 18-20 AND THE GARDEN TRADITIONS: A LITERARY AND THEOLOGICAL READING
() Master Philosophy — Principal Advisor
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VERNACULAR BIBLE READING IN A TRADITIONALLY ORAL SOCIETY: A case study of the use of the translated vernacular Scriptures in the Huli Region of the Evangelical Church of Papua New Guinea, with particular reference to the influence of the Asia Pacific Christian Mission
(2006) Doctor Philosophy — Principal Advisor
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MANY WILL COME FROM THE EAST AND THE WEST: JESUS AND THE ORIGINS OF THE GENTILE MISSION
(2005) Doctor Philosophy — Principal Advisor
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(2015) Doctor Philosophy — Joint Principal Advisor
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(2016) Doctor Philosophy — Associate Advisor
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Jonathan Edwards: "Born to be a Man of Strife." The Evolution of a Persona.
(2013) Doctor Philosophy — Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
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Open-endedness: Towards An Encounter With Alterity
(2013) Doctor Philosophy — Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
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Christology in crisis: an assessment and response
(2010) Doctor Philosophy — Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
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(2009) Doctor Philosophy — Associate Advisor
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FOUR INTERPRETATIONS OF THE BIBLICAL CRUCIFIXION AND RESURRECTION NARRATIVES IN THE LATIN WEST C. 350-430
(2007) Doctor Philosophy — Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
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HISTORY AND HERMENEUTICS: A HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENT OF OT STUDIES IN KOREAN PRESBYTERIANISM, 1884-1960, WITH SPECIFIC FOCUS ON THE HISTORY OF THE APPROPRIATION OF WESTERN OT HERMENEUTIC METHOD
(2007) Doctor Philosophy — Associate Advisor
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ESCHATOLOGY IN FIRST THESSALONIANS: A KEY TO UNDERSTANDING AN EARLY CHRISTIAN LETTER
(2005) Doctor Philosophy — Associate Advisor
Other advisors:
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REREADING THE'BOOKS' OF THE HEBREW BIBLE: A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF REFERENCES TO WRITTEN DOCUMENTS IN THE HEBREW BIBLE AND CLASSICAL LITERATURE
(2005) Doctor Philosophy — Associate Advisor
