Date
7-2-1968
Series
Lecture on Death of God #1
Length
1 hour 7 minutes
Notes
Thomas J. J. Altizer, a radical theologian who incorporated Nietzschean philosophy into his work, taught the Bible and religion at Emory University from 1956 to 1968. His views were featured in a 1966 Time magazine article, "Is God Dead?" Dr. Altizer spoke in the North Lounge of College Center at Portland State University and was introduced by Professor of History Michael Reardon.
Transferred and preserved by Portland State University Library’s Special Collections with the generous support of the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library Services and Technology Act, administered by the Oregon State Library.
Subjects
Religion -- History, Philosophy
Original Format
Reel to reel, 3.75 ips, dual
Rights
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Persistent Identifier
http://archives.pdx.edu/ds/psu/11281
Recommended Citation
Altizer, Thomas J.J., ""Historical Roots of the Death of God"" (1968). Special Collections: Oregon Public Speakers. 57.
http://archives.pdx.edu/ds/psu/11281
Description
Transcript added February 18, 2021.
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