Karl Rahner, 1967 - 2015
Scope and Contents
This series contains papers related to Jesuit theologian Karl Rahner (1904-1984) such as articles, presentations, and notes on the scholar as well as course content from O'Donovan's doctoral work under Rahner at the University of Münster (1967-1970). An interview with O'Donovan, found in box 7 folder 12, gives further detail on his experiences studying there under Rahner.
The series also includes material for Rahner courses taught by O'Donovan at Woodstock College (1973), Weston School of Theology (1974-1984), Fordham University (2004), and Union Theological Seminary (2007-2013); information on Rahner's visit to the US and the Weston School of Theology (1979); correspondence and clippings relating to his death (1984); and notes for a Rahner retreat led by O'Donovan (2004).
Note that while general correspondence from Rahner to O'Donovan can be found in box 7 folder 8, it is also present eslewhere in the series (box 7 folders 9-10, box 5 folder 19).
Dates
- 1967 - 2015
Conditions Governing Access
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Extent
From the Collection: 2.8 Cubic Feet (7 boxes)
Language of Materials
English
German
Latin
Creator
- From the Collection: O'Donovan, Leo J. (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Georgetown University Manuscripts Repository
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