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Erich Zenger

1939 – 2010

German theologian

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Lived 1939 – 2010 (aged 70). Erich Zenger was a German university teacher, catholic priest, catholic theologian, theologian and hebrew Bible scholar.

Erich Zenger (July 5, 1939, Dollnstein – April 4, 2010, Münster) was a German Roman Catholic priest and theologian. Ordained in 1964, Zenger studied in Rome, Italy.

From 1973 to 2004, he served as a professor of Old Testament studies at the University of Münster/Westfalen, and he wrote books and papers on the Old Testament.

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Employers
University of Münster, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
Awards
Buber Rosenzweig Medal

Contemporaries

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Erich Zenger?

German theologian (1939–2010)

When was Erich Zenger born?

Erich Zenger was born on 5 July 1939 in Dollnstein.

When did Erich Zenger die?

Erich Zenger died on 4 April 2010 in Münster.

What was Erich Zenger's occupation?

Erich Zenger was a university teacher, catholic priest, catholic theologian, theologian and hebrew Bible scholar.

What nationality was Erich Zenger?

Erich Zenger was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Erich Zenger

· Wikidata: Q107856

· DBpedia: Erich Zenger

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