the Journal for the Study of the Old Testament is an international peer-reviewed academic journal focused on the study of the Old Testament (Hebrew Bible). It covers a range of critical research methods, including historical criticism, literary criticism, formal criticism, structuralism, post-structuralism, feminist criticism, post-colonial criticism, etc., all of which are reflected in Old Testament studies. Has played an important role in promoting new approaches and perspectives in Old Testament literature and related fields. Many original and creative approaches to interpretation were first proposed at JSOT, which have had a profound impact not only on the scholarly study of Old Testament texts, but also on the broader field of theology and religious studies.

The journal encourages scholars from different academic backgrounds to submit their research, whether they are new to the field or senior scholars who have been working in the field for many years. The journal showcases the diversity and depth of these scholars in the study of the Old Testament, including an in-depth analysis of the Old Testament text, an exploration of its historical context, a study of its literary form and structure, and an examination of its meaning and influence in contemporary society and culture.