Marcus Borg: Decide For Yourself

 
April 19th, 2006 by iMonk

With all the discussion of Marcus Borg’s “Christianity” lately, it might be good to actually read the man. So for those who want to hear from Borg what he believes, I’ve put together a few Marcus Borg links that should provide you a good introduction.
Borg is a unique character. If you compare his approach to Christianity/the Bible with Crossan, there are a lot of scholarly similarities, but enormous differences in how they relate to the faith personally. Borg definitely sees himself as a Christian, but one who represents a wholly different paradigm of Christianity than the traditional conservative approach.
Read and think for yourself. Make up your own mind. That’s how it works…or should.
This brief media bio covers the basics, including his most recent books.
This is his academic resume, posted at Westar Institute. Borg’s Harper-Collins site is here.
Dr. Borg’s story of his personal faith journey is important reading for anyone who wants to understand his version of his personal Christian faith, and his continuing relationship with the church.
Borg at Beliefnet answering “Why Be A Christian?” Relevant to this discussion.
Questions and Answers, text and audio from explorefaith.org. There are sermons here that are particularly helpful. Best source on this list.
Audio from Borg on “Reclaiming the Bible.” I’ve listened to this and it is a good intro to how Borg reads the Bible totally differently than his critics.
Crossan, Borg and Luke Timothy Johnson had an email debate on the significance of historical Jesus Studies back in 2000 that’s archived here.
An extended address/essay on Spirituality and Modern Culture. Also, Borg on Revisioning the Christian Life.
An interview on Borg’s new book, “The Heart of Christianity.” Here’s a Christian Century review of the book.

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