Marcus Borg was an influential American theologian and scholar of Christianity, known for his work on the historical Jesus and the interpretation of the New Testament. He was a prominent member of the Jesus Seminar, a group of scholars that sought to determine the authenticity of the sayings and actions attributed to Jesus in the Gospels. Borg authored several books, including "Meeting Jesus Again for the First Time" and "The Heart of Christianity," which aimed to make religious ideas accessible to a broader audience. His writings often emphasized a more metaphorical understanding of faith, encouraging a deeper spiritual experience beyond traditional beliefs.