With over 30 years of dedicated ministry as a pastor, he brings a wealth of practical experience to his theological inquiries. His academic journey reflects a rigorous pursuit of New Testament studies and pastoral theology:
- Doctoral Studies (ABD– All But Dissertation) in New Testament, United Graduate School of Theology, Yonsei University
- M.Div. & Th.M. in New Testament, United Graduate School of Theology, Yonsei University
- Bachelor of Theology (Th.B.), Seoul Jangsin University
Standing at the intersection of conviction and inquiry, JO BEE SOO shares his theological fragments not as a master, but as a fellow traveler. He invites you to explore the profound questions that lie between faith and reason, hoping that these small reflections from a corner of Korea might offer a moment of stillness or a fresh perspective to your own journey.
About the Pen Name “Jo Bee Soo ”
Jo Bee Soo is the pen name under which the author writes. More than a pseudonym, it is the Korean and Hanja expression of the intellectual identity he calls Jobicurus.
The name Jobicurus brings together two figures who, though separated by culture and history, shared a common determination to seek truth. Job represents the courage to question inherited beliefs while remaining within the tension of faith. Epicurus represents the pursuit of understanding the world through its fundamental nature. Together, they symbolize a commitment to honest inquiry that welcomes both theological reflection and philosophical exploration.