Prof. Steven Fine is the Churgin Professor of Jewish History at Yeshiva University and Director of the YU Center for Israel Studies.
A renowned cultural historian of ancient Judaism, his research explores the intersection of Jewish art, architecture, and history.
Fine has authored numerous award-winning books on the history of the synagogue, the Arch of Titus, and the symbolism of the Menorah.
His multidisciplinary approach, which he terms "The New Jewish Archaeology," integrates material culture with literary sources to illuminate the lived experiences of Jews in the Greco-Roman world and their interactions with neighboring cultures.