The Kingdom of God Is Within You (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169312883)

The Kingdom of God is Within You is a non-fiction book written by the renowned Russian author Leo Tolstoy. First published in 1894, the book is a treatise on Christianity and its fundamental principles. Tolstoy's writing is deeply philosophical and he argues that the true essence of Christianity is not found in the external rituals and dogmas of the Church, but rather in the individual's inner spiritual life. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of Tolstoy's philosophy. In the first chapter, Tolstoy discusses the concept of non-resistance to evil and how it relates to the teachings of Jesus Christ. He argues that violence and war are incompatible with the principles of Christianity and that true peace can only be achieved through non-violent resistance. In subsequent chapters, Tolstoy explores other aspects of Christian philosophy, including the nature of God, the role of the Church, and the importance of love and forgiveness. He also discusses the relationship between Christianity and the state, arguing that the Church should be separate from the state and that individuals have a moral obligation to disobey unjust laws. Overall, The Kingdom of God is Within You is a thought-provoking and challenging work that encourages readers to think deeply about their own spiritual beliefs and the role of Christianity in society. Tolstoy's writing is clear and concise, making complex philosophical ideas accessible to a wide audience. The book remains a classic of Christian literature and a testament to Tolstoy's enduring influence on modern thought.The Christian religion is not a legal system which, being imposed by violence, may transform men's lives. Christianity is a new and higher conception of life. A new conception of life cannot be imposed on men; it can only be freely assimilated. And it can only be freely assimilated in two ways: one spiritual and internal, the other experimental and external.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Leo Nikolayevich Tolstoy
ISBN-10: 1169312888
ISBN-13: 9781169312883
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 290
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.59lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.69d