Remembering Pat Robertson: A Life Well Lived
On June 8, 2023 a prominent figure in the televangelism and conservative Christian communities passed away. Pat Robertson, a controversial and outspoken American cleric, television magnate, and political pundit, passed away at the age of 93. Throughout his life, Robertson had a significant effect on Christian broadcasting, affecting the discussion of politics, religion, and social issues. As we ponder his legacy, let's look at the life of a man who made a vital contribution to the growth of modern Christianity. Early life of the founder of the Christian Broadcasting Network, Pat Robertson Pat Robertson was born Marion Gordon Robertson on March 22, 1930, in Lexington, Virginia. He was brought up in a strict Christian household. Robertson attended Yale University and Yale Law School before changing his mind and deciding to devote his life to preaching. One of the largest evangelical television networks in the world, the Christian Broadcasting Network (CBN), was founded by him in 1960...