UZH Annual Award 2026 in Theology

awarded to Lida Leonie Panov

At the Dies academicus 2026, the University of Zurich (UZH) conferred its annual awards for outstanding academic achievements. Among the recipients is Dr. theol. Lida Leonie Panov from the Faculty of Theology and the Study of Religion.

Panov received the award for her research on the origins and development of divine law, exploring the complex intersections between religious and legal norms in ancient Israel and Judah.
The University of Zurich’s annual awards recognize exceptional dissertations and research work and are presented each year as part of the university’s official celebration.
Further information is available on the University of Zurich website.

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Die JHWH-Religion und die Vorstellung göttlicher Gesetzgebung
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When law becomes divine: Lida Leonie Panov explores the origins of divine law, examines the tension between God, law, and kingship, and highlights the role of priestly scribes and the intertwining of law and religion in ancient Israel and Judah.