Philip Tallon

Philip Tallon is an Associate Professor of Theology and the Dean of the School of Christian Thought at Houston Baptist University (HBU), now known as Houston Christian University. His academic focus lies primarily in Christian theology and theological aesthetics, with a particular interest in exploring how the arts can enhance the understanding of Christian truths.12

Education

• PhD in Theology from the University of St. Andrews
• MA in Theology from Asbury Theological Seminary
• BA in English from the University of South Florida.1

Teaching and Research

Dr. Tallon teaches a variety of courses, including:

• Theology and Culture
• Christian Theology and Tradition
• Film, the Visual Arts, and Apologetics
• Introduction to Philosophy.1

His research emphasizes theology through the arts, aiming to examine how artistic expressions can contribute to theological understanding. He has published several works, including:

• The Poetics of Evil: Toward an Aesthetic Theodicy (2011)
• The Absolute Basics of the Christian Faith: A Quick Sketch of Biblical Beliefs (2016)
• Contributions to various academic compilations on topics related to philosophy, C.S. Lewis, and aesthetics.1

Professional Involvement

Dr. Tallon is actively involved in ministry and has held various positions in youth and college ministry. He is also a member of professional organizations such as the Evangelical Philosophical Society and the Wesleyan Theological Society.1

In addition to his academic roles, he engages with broader audiences through platforms like Twitter and contributes to blogs focused on theology and the arts.13