Sr. Dianne Bergant, C.S.A., Ph.D., is Professor Emerita of Old Testament Studies and the former Carroll Stuhlmueller, C.P., Distinguished Professor of Biblical Studies at Catholic Theological Union in Chicago. She was President of the Catholic Biblical Association of America from 2000 to 2001 and has been an active member of the Chicago Catholic/Jewish Scholars Dialogue for the past thirty years. For more than twenty years, Prof. Bergant has been the Old Testament book reviewer of The Bible Today, having been a member of the editorial board for twenty-five years. Five of these years she served as the magazine’s general editor. She is now on the editorial board of Biblical Theology. From 2002 to 2005, she wrote the weekly column “The Word” for America magazine, reflections that have now been published by Paulist Press. Sr. Bergant received her Ph.D. in Biblical Languages and Literature from St. Louis University. She is the author of numerous books, including People of the Covenant: An Invitation to the Old Testament (Sheed & Ward, 2001) and Israel’s Wisdom Literature (Fortress Press, 2000).
Praise for Dianne Bergant
“Dianne is one of the most prolific authors and sought after speakers in the country. She has dedicated a lifetime of scholarship to learning and teaching the Old Testament, and accumulated a huge number of admirers and emulators. Her ministry is not confined to academic presentations but extends to her calling others to a more mature life of faith and insight into the workings of God in the world of creation.”– Fr. Anthony J. Gittins, CSSp., Ph.D., Emeritus Professor of Theology and Culture, Catholic Theological Union
“Sister Dianne’s extensive knowledge of the Old Testament is matched only by her enthusiasm. A teacher of extraordinary insight and passion, Sister Dianne helps her students engage, interpret and understand the biblical text. If you can’t be in her classroom, then Now You Know Media is the next best way to be taught by Sister Dianne Bergant.”– Sr. Laurie Brink, O.P., Ph.D., Catholic Theological Union
“Professor Dianne Bergant invariably brings sound biblical knowledge, practical sensitivity and spiritual insight to everything she writes.”– Bishop Richard Sklba, Milwaukee
“Sr. Dianne Bergant, C.S,A., has given her life to teaching, and she does it with enthusiasm, commitment, dynamism, and depth of thought, touching both minds and hearts.”– Abbot Gregory Polan, OSB, Conception Abbey/Conception Seminary College
Eileen –
Clarifies some issue which have incorrectly become part of “Bible History” for many Christians.
Sister Diane’s lectures on Genesis clarify some issue which have incorrectly become part of “Bible History” for many Christians. She does this respectfully, but clearly and definitively. Very important!
Fr. Michael –
Her down-to-earth examples and energy make listening to and learning from her a delight.
Sr. Diane Bergant gives excellent talks on the book of Genesis. Her down-to-earth examples and energy make listening to and learning from her a delight.
Rev. Jose –
The presentation was exactly what I needed and it gave me added insights to help me with my teaching.
The presentation was exactly what I needed and it gave me added insights to help me with my teaching.
Mark –
Wonderful and excellent — you should start here
A brilliant and thoroughly knowledgeable review of the book of Genesis.
Not only is she theologically dead-on, but her presentation and spiritual insights are brilliant. I agree with everything she states – but then that’s why I think she’s great.
Mary W., IL –
Fall Survey: October 2016
Sr. Dianne Bergant’s program is easy to follow and understand, but gives a new way to look at Genesis in every session. She is full of wisdom and has a true gift when it comes to teaching. Her course is good for anyone, no matter how much (or how little) experience they migh have in Scripture study.
Rev. Thomas E.,, OH –
Winter Survey: January 2017
Sister’s lectures are thorough and helpful. They take into account recent scholarship, but aren’t subservient to it.
Hedy M., CA –
Winter Survey: January 2017
The in depth knowledge of Sr Diane Bergant makes the Psalm come alive. Her insights provide ample discussion in our Bible Study
Robert E., WA –
Winter Survey: January 2017
Insightful survey, excellent discourse on exegetical methods. Sometimes strays toward more liberal interpretations, but keeps within bounds.