Zeitschrift fur die alttestamentliche Wissenschaft is a long-established academic journal that focuses on the study of the Ancient Near East, especially academic issues related to the Old Testament. Known for its rigorous academic attitude and high standards of academic quality, the journal covers not only the textual study of the Old Testament, but also several related fields such as archaeology, history, theology, and linguistics.

The journal prides itself on its multilingual academic contributions, with English, German and French being its main languages, which allows it to attract scholars from all over the world to participate in discussions and exchanges. The journal encourages scholars to propose new perspectives and methods to promote a deeper understanding of ancient texts and cultures. It also provides a platform for the academic community to learn about the latest publications through book reviews and journal reviews. These reviews not only provide a quick overview of new books and journals, but are often written by experts in the field, ensuring the reliability and depth of the information.