My Religion by graf Leo Tolstoy
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"My Religion" by Count Leo Tolstoy is a philosophical treatise written in the late 19th century. The work explores Tolstoy's personal journey towards an understanding of Christianity, emphasizing the fundamental teachings of Jesus, particularly the doctrine of non-resistance to evil. In it, Tolstoy seeks to distill the essence of Jesus' messages, arguing for a life grounded in love, humility, and self-denial, contrasting it against the moral failings he observes in established religious
practices. At the start of the book, Tolstoy reflects on his past nihilism and how his newfound faith transformed his understanding of right and wrong. He expresses a deep sense of dissatisfaction with dogmatic interpretations of Christianity as perpetuated by organized religion, feeling they dilute the core tenets of Jesus' teachings. The opening showcases his inner turmoil over the contradictions he perceives within the Church's doctrines, leading him to seek clarity in the Gospels. Through his personal revelations, he articulates a vision of Christianity that is accessible, practical, and fundamentally rooted in the principle of not resisting evil, setting the stage for his broader philosophical exploration throughout the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Tolstoy, Leo, graf, 1828-1910 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Smith, Huntington, 1857-1926 |
| Title | My Religion |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/What_I_Believe_(Tolstoy_book) |
| Credits |
Produced by Carlos Colon, Princeton Theological Seminary Library and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 62.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BR: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity |
| Subject | Christianity |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 43794 |
| Release Date | Sep 22, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 952 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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