The Pillar and Ground of the Truth: An Essay in Orthodox Theodicy in Twelve Lett

Description: The Pillar and Ground of the Truth by Pavel Florensky, Boris Jakim, Richard F. Gustafson Pavel Florensky, a Russian theologian, is recognized as one of Russias greatest polymaths. Known as the Russian Leonardo da Vinci, he became a Russian Orthodox priest in 1911, while remaining involved with the cultural, artistic, and scientific developments. This book presents the English translation of his defense of Russian Orthodox theology. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Pavel Florensky--certainly the greatest Russian theologian of the last century--is now recognized as one of Russias greatest polymaths. Known as the Russian Leonardo da Vinci, he became a Russian Orthodox priest in 1911, while remaining deeply involved with the cultural, artistic, and scientific developments of his time. Arrested briefly by the Soviets in 1928, he returned to his scholarly activities until 1933, when he was sentenced to ten years of corrective labor in Siberia. There he continued his scientific work and ministered to his fellow prisoners until his death four years later. This volume is the first English translation of his rich and fascinating defense of Russian Orthodox theology. Originally published in 1914, the book is a series of twelve letters to a "brother" or "friend," who may be understood symbolically as Christ. Central to Florenskys work is an exploration of the various meanings of Christian love, which is viewed as a combination of philia (friendship) and agape (universal love). Florensky is perhaps the first modern writer to explore the so-called "same-sex unions," which, for him, are not sexual in nature.He describes the ancient Christian rites of the adelphopoiesis (brother-making), joining male friends in chaste bonds of love.In addition, Florensky is one of the first thinkers in the twentieth century to develop the idea of the Divine Sophia, who has become one of the central concerns of feminist theologians. Notes One of the most important and controversial works of Russian religious philosophy. -- Richard Pevear, translator of "The Brothers Karamazov" Back Cover "One of the most important and controversial works of Russian religious philosophy."--Richard Pevear, translator ofThe Brothers Karamazov Author Biography Boris Jakim is an experienced translator of Russian religious thought. In addition to Florenskys work, he has translated the works of S. L. Frank, Vladimir Solovyov, and Sergius Bulgakov. He is also cotranslator of Ivan Goncharovs novel The Precipice. Table of Contents Translators Preface and AcknowledgmentsIntroduction to the TranslationThe Pillar and Ground of the TruthITo the Reader5IILetter One: Two Worlds10IIILetter Two: Doubt14IVLetter Three: Triunity39VLetter Four: The Light of the Truth53VILetter Five: The Comforter80VIILetter Six: Contradiction106VIIILetter Seven: Sin124IXLetter Eight: Gehenna151XLetter Nine: Creation190XILetter Ten: Sophia231XIILetter Eleven: Friendship284XIIILetter Twelve: Jealousy331XIVAfterword344Clarification and Proof of Certain Particulars Assumed in the Text to Be Already ProvedXVCertain Concepts from the Theory of Infinity351XVIA Problem of Lewis Carroll and the Question of Dogma355XVIIIrrationalities in Mathematics and Dogma359XVIIIThe Concept of Identity in Scholastic Philosophy365XIXThe Concept of Identity in Mathematical Logic368XXTime and Fate375XXIThe Heart and Its Significance in the Spiritual Life of Man According to Scripture378XXIIAn Icon of the Annunciation with Cosmic Symbolism381XXIIIOn the Methodology of the Historical Critique384XXIVThe Turquois Environment of Sophia and the Symbolism of Sky-Blue and Dark-Blue390XXVPascals "Amulet"407XXVIOn the History of the Term "Antinomy"411XXVIIEstheticism and Religion413XXVIIIHomotypy in the Structure of the Human Body415XXIXRemarks on Trinity420XXXThe Basic Symbols and Elementary Formulas of Symbolic Logic (for reference)425Notes and Brief Comments427Notes429Clarification of Certain Symbols and Drawings589Index591 Review "Recommended with enthusiasm... The readers investment will be repaid many times over."--Patrick Henry Reardon, Books & Culture "Jakim has provided a thoughtful and accurate translation... Bringing a project like this to completion is a monumental achievement."--Steven Cassedy, Russian Review Promotional One of the most important and controversial works of Russian religious philosophy. -- Richard Pevear, translator of "The Brothers Karamazov" Long Description Pavel Florensky--certainly the greatest Russian theologian of the last century--is now recognized as one of Russias greatest polymaths. Known as the Russian Leonardo da Vinci, he became a Russian Orthodox priest in 1911, while remaining deeply involved with the cultural, artistic, and scientific developments of his time. Arrested briefly by the Soviets in 1928, he returned to his scholarly activities until 1933, when he was sentenced to ten years of corrective labor in Siberia. There he continued his scientific work and ministered to his fellow prisoners until his death four years later. This volume is the first English translation of his rich and fascinating defense of Russian Orthodox theology. Originally published in 1914, the book is a series of twelve letters to a "brother" or "friend," who may be understood symbolically as Christ. Central to Florenskys work is an exploration of the various meanings of Christian love, which is viewed as a combination of philia (friendship) and agape (universal love). Florensky is perhaps the first modern writer to explore the so-called "same-sex unions," which, for him, are not sexual in nature.He describes the ancient Christian rites of the adelphopoiesis (brother-making), joining male friends in chaste bonds of love.In addition, Florensky is one of the first thinkers in the twentieth century to develop the idea of the Divine Sophia, who has become one of the central concerns of feminist theologians. Review Quote Recommended with enthusiasm. . . . The readers investment will be repaid many times over. -- Patrick Henry Reardon, Books & Culture Details ISBN0691117675 Author Richard F. Gustafson Publisher Princeton University Press Language English Translator Boris Jakim ISBN-10 0691117675 ISBN-13 9780691117676 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2004 Imprint Princeton University Press Subtitle An Essay in Orthodox Theodicy in Twelve Letters Place of Publication New Jersey Country of Publication United States DEWEY 230.1947 Pages 624 Short Title PILLAR & GROUND OF THE TRUTH R Edition Description Revised Translated from English DOI 10.1604/9780691117676 UK Release Date 2004-03-21 NZ Release Date 2004-03-21 US Release Date 2004-03-21 Illustrations 26 halftones. 10 tables. Publication Date 2004-03-21 Alternative 9780691032436 Audience Professional & Vocational AU Release Date 2004-05-31 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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