Erling Gudmann Utnem (7 February 1920–11 November 2006) was a Norwegian theologian, priest, and Bible translator.
He was also known for his combination of an evangelical line with a clear social commitment.
Utnem was born on 7 February 1920 in Hedrum (in present-day Larvik municipality) in Vestfold county, Norway.
His first job was as a travel secretary for the Norwegian Christian Student and School Association from 1948-1953.
Just three years later, in 1973, he was appointed to be the Bishop of the Diocese of Agder, based at the Kristiansand Cathedral.