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Discussion Pointsː Talk Page for Grant Shafer

This article covers the life and scholarly work of Grant Raymond Shafer, an American biblical scholar specializing in Judaic history, biblical ethics, and nonviolence. The article is currently a Start-class biography with scope to expand in multiple areas.

Areas for Improvement

Biographical Detail

Expand early life, family background (including daughter), and education with reliable sources.
Clarify academic appointments and contributions.

Academic and Intellectual Reception

Add independent third-party critical reviews of Shafer’s work.
Include commentary from respected scholars about the significance of his contributions.

Publications

List Grant Shafer's major published works beyond LinkedIn and Academia.edu essays, as available.
Incorporate citations of peer-reviewed journal articles or books.

Co-authors and Collaborations

Explore connections to co-authors like Harold Ellens and contextualize Shafer’s place in broader scholarship.

References and Sources

Improve referencing quality by adding more secondary, independent, and reliable sources.

Article Structure and Style

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Follow Wikipedia’s guidelines on biographical articles and religious scholarship.

Suggestions for Contributors

Verify all statements with citations from scholarly publications or reputable sources.
̆Avoid undue weight on Shafer’s own writings; balance with critical analyses.
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If you have questions or wish to contribute, please feel free to discuss here. MaynardClark (talk) 19:04, 16 June 2025 (UTC)[reply]