The Russian Idea, by Vladimir Sergeyevich Solovyov
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The Russian Idea, by Vladimir Sergeyevich Solovyov
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Written in French in 1888, The Russian Idea contains elements of ideas that Solovyov developed more extensively in his much larger work Russia and the Universal Church. In The Russian Idea, Solovyov seeks to answer the question: What is the role and function that God has in mind for Russia as being integrated into all of humanity and especially as being integrated into the Mystical Body of Christ on Earth? "The idea of a nation is not what it thinks of itself in time, but instead what God thinks of it in eternity." Remarkably perceptive and insightful, trenchant and charitable, Solovyov remains pertinent today.
The Russian Idea, by Vladimir Sergeyevich Solovyov- Amazon Sales Rank: #858661 in Books
- Published on: 2015-03-26
- Original language: English
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: 8.00" h x .15" w x 5.00" l, .16 pounds
- Binding: Paperback
- 64 pages
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. What Russia Could and Might Yet Be By John The book, The Russian Idea, by Vladimir Sergeyevich Solovyov is a book that is at once both prophetic and mysterious. Translated and just published by Rev. Fr. John P. Rickert (FSSP), the long essay gives the reader wonderful insights into the workings of the Russian soul.The author was a nineteenth century Russian philosopher and mystic who died in 1900. As such, Solovyov shared complex philosophical positions common to the times but he also knew the Russian soul well. He was not afraid to defend his country against the liberal trends of the times. He adopted an organic vision of Russian society characterized by family-like links, natural leadership, and a God-given mission. This vision ran contrary to the then-popular mechanical model of the Industrial Revolution which likened society to a machine.Solovyov claims that Russia must seek out her role in the order of the universe. He believed Russia should follow in the plans of God and not in the plans of a secularized world. He wrote: “The idea of a nation is not what it thinks of itself in time but instead what God thinks of it in eternity.”That is why Solovyov minced no words when criticizing the state of the Orthodox Church, which he saw as an obstacle to fulfilling the Russian mission. He quotes unbiased sources which show the Orthodox Church of that time to be full of corruption and sin as it remained under the control of the Russian government. Given its structure, it is clear that Russian orthodoxy is anything but orthodox. In a similar way, the author also criticized the brutal and narrow vision of Russian nationalism, which is especially revealing considering the rise of Putin. Finally, Solovyov emphasized the need for a Supreme Pontiff to provide a point of unity for Christendom that his church does not and cannot have.While persecuted for his outspoken views, Solovyov nevertheless had the courage to openly proclaim his admiration for the Catholic Church and made known his desire to see Russia return to the Church. He amazingly perceived something of the conversion of Russia foreseen by Our Lady at Fatima in 1917.By outlining the nation’s needs, The Russian Idea gives a brief glimpse of what Russia could and might yet be. Holy Mother Russia has always been turned toward grand, mysterious and marvelous places, liturgy and deeds, and so it should be in the future. Like an ancient icon, Russia has a side of captivating mystery shrouded in silence and penumbra awaiting the day when she might manifest herself to the world. When that day comes, Russia will display to the nations, the necessity, beauty and magnificence of her mysteries as a true expression of the Russian idea.John HorvatAuthor of Return to Order
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. A Clear and Concise Solovyov By Stephen Mattia Solovyov has appeal, among several reasons, for the universality of his ideas. The ability to appeal to a broader cultural and national audience has always been his. I think that it is because of his firm belief in the true Catholic Faith which gives his thoughts no national constraints. What makes Solovyov difficult at times to understand is his use of terms and language which are laced with mystical content and which do not always lend to precise interpretation. This little booklet - The Russian Idea - is one of the clearest translations of Solovyov I have been privileged to read. In the final analysis, The Russian Idea is a very simple one: The Russian people and their nation and state have a role to play - as part of the Mystical Body of Christ. The working out of that idea will be a blessing for Russia and the world. But, if the Russian people reject that idea, which is God's special purpose for them, then Russia will be a curse to mankind as well as themselves. It is the message of Fatima, it is the message of God to a world gone mad. Russia will be part of the salvation of mankind or contribute to its destruction. But, even in destruction, God's will be done - his word does not return empty.In this clear translation; this is the Russian idea as stated by Solovyov: "The Russian idea...demands of us that we recognize ourselves to be in solidarity with the universal family of Christ and to employ all our national capabilities, all of the power of our empire, to the complete realization of the social Trinity, where every one of the three principal, co -integrated unities, the Church, the State, and Society is absolutely free and sovereign...in affirming the absolute solidarity among them. To restore upon the Earth this faithful image of the divine Trinity, this is the Russian idea."Thanks to father John Rickert, FSSP, for delivering a clear and concise translation in this wonderful Solovyov work.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. The Truth about Russia By Ianto Watt Having read much of Solovyov's work, this book (previously untranslated) seems to be the kernel from which his later and more famous works grew. The succint yet clear translation was most accessible, and edifying. This book is an absolute necessity for anyone who wishes to understand Solovyov (and by implication, Russia). And that is critical to understanding what is in store for the West, as it has relinquished the the active principle, which now seems to reside in Moscow. Want to understand Putin? Begin with Solovyov!
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