Biography

Marcus Borg was born on March 11, 1942 in Fergus Falls, Minnesota, USA. He was married to Marianne Wells. He died on January 21, 2015 in Portland, Oregon, USA.

College Education: Bachelor's Degree from Concordia College in Minnesota. M.A. And Ph.D. Degrees at Oxford University, England.

Borg was the author of 21 theological books.

The Jesus Seminar - Borg was an active member of this organization of liberal theologians who met semi-annually. The Seminar questioned the New Testament's representation of Jesus Christ, and felt many of Christ's statements were not historically accurate, but attributed to Him by His followers many years later.

At Oregon State University, Borg was Professor of Religion and Culture for 28 years.

In his youth, Borg was a Lutheran believer, but later converted to Episcopalian. In Portland, Oregon, Borg as the canon theologian at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral.

To comfort and to challenge is the twofold purpose of Christianity. Deep trust in God provides comfort in times of trouble and tragedy.

Christians are called to participate in his passion (Jesus) for a different kind of world.