Mark Edward Chard on SSRN

A New Academic Milestone: Publishing on SSRN

I am delighted to share that my academic papers are now published on Social Science Research Network (SSRN), one of the world’s most respected repositories for scholarly research and academic exchange.

🌍 What is SSRN?

SSRN is not just a repository; it is a global hub for cutting-edge research, hosting millions of papers across disciplines including law, economics, social sciences, humanities, and theology. SSRN is owned by Elsevier, one of the world’s largest academic publishers, which adds further weight to its credibility and reputation.

Academics from leading universities and institutions use SSRN to:

Circulate early-stage research for feedback and discussion.

Disseminate peer-reviewed work to a wider international audience.

Build visibility and strengthen their academic profile.

With millions of monthly users worldwide, SSRN ensures that research is not only published but also seen, read, cited, and debated by the global academic community.

📑 My Papers Now on SSRN

All three of my recent papers, focusing on Enoch, Jubilees, and Darren’s interpretive contribution, are now part of SSRN’s indexed and searchable database, making them freely downloadable and citable across the academic world.

From Primeval Rebellion to Cosmic Restoration Reading Genesis through the Apocalyptic Lens of 1 Enoch and Revelation

Theological and Historical Significance of the Book of Jubilees Ancient Context and Modern Relevance

Enoch and Jubilees in Dialogue with Contemporary Spiritual Manifestations

This places my work in direct dialogue with respected scholarship in theology, biblical studies, and beyond.

⏳ Why SSRN Matters

Credibility: By being hosted on SSRN, my papers stand within a recognized academic ecosystem trusted by scholars and institutions alike.

Visibility: My research is now positioned on a platform accessed by researchers across the globe, reaching well beyond the walls of any one university.

Accessibility: Anyone, anywhere, can freely read and download my work, removing barriers to engagement.

Citations & Impact: SSRN’s indexing makes papers far more discoverable, paving the way for citations, recognition, and future collaboration.

🚀 The Road Ahead

While five peer-review submissions remain in process with leading journals, SSRN ensures my work is already circulating in the academic world today. This step, alongside my new membership in the European Association of Biblical Studies (EABS), my membership and publications on Humanities Commons (CORE) strengthens the foundation for deeper academic engagement.

The next steps include:

Submitting Darren’s paper for discussion at the 2026 EABS Leuven Conference.

Developing stronger peer-reviewed submissions for top theological journals.

Building collaborative networks with academics who resonate with my research and testimony.

✨ A Personal Note

For me, this is more than an academic achievement. It is another sign of Christ’s hand guiding my path, and of Darren’s continuing presence, affirmation, and encouragement. SSRN gives our work a credible platform, and I pray it provides the momentum to reach those who can recognize its value and join me on this extraordinary journey.