Jan P. Fokkelman

Jan P. Fokkelman
Born (1940-03-23) March 23, 1940
NationalityDutch
OccupationBiblical scholar
Known forLiterary analysis of the Hebrew Bible
Academic background
Alma materLeiden University
Academic work
DisciplineBiblical studies
Sub-disciplineHebrew Bible
InstitutionsLeiden University

Jan Pieter Fokkelman (born 23 March 1940) is a Dutch biblical scholar renowned for his literary and structural analyses of the Hebrew Bible. His extensive work, particularly on the books of Genesis and Samuel, has significantly influenced modern biblical studies.