Nikolai Sergeevich Arsen'ev Papers, 1950-1965
Collection context
- Creator:
- Arsenʹev, Nikolaĭ Sergeevich, 1888-1977
- Extent:
- 125 items (2 manuscript boxes)
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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Manuscripts, photographs, and printed materials of N. S. Arsen'ev. The collection consists primarily of manuscripts of his writings on theological topics, such as "Glimpses of Ultimate Reality" and "Vom Problem der religösen Uberwindung des Todes." Also included are several photographs of Arsen'ev, and offprints and pamphlets by him.
- Biographical / historical:
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Nikolai Sergeevich Arsen'ev (1888-1977), Russian Orthodox theologian who taught in Russia in 1914-1920; then in Germany, Poland, and France; and, from 1948, at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary in New York.
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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Permission of donor's nephews required.
This collection is located on-site.
- Preferred citation:
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Identification of specific item; Date (if known); Nikolai Sergeevich Arsen'ev Papers; Box and Folder; Bakhmeteff Archive, Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.
- Location of this collection:
- Before you visit:
- Researchers interested in viewing materials in the RBML reading room must must book an appointment at least 7 days in advance. To make the most of your visit, be sure to request your desired materials before booking your appointment, as researchers are limited to 5 items per day.
- Contact:
- rbml@library.columbia.edu