The Field: Cultivating Salvation (Complete Works of Saint Ignatius Brianch)

Discover a timeless guide to spiritual growth and cultivating a life in Christ. Are you seeking a tradition that offers both antiquity and authenticity? This volume presents the writings of Ignatius Brianchaninov, an Orthodox spiritual teacher, offering a vision of Christian living rooted in the Gospel. Explore the dual nature of the spiritual journey, where the field represents both a battleground for overcoming passions and a fertile garden for cultivating virtues.

This work challenges readers to embrace a life aligned with Christian principles. St. Ignatius provides practical insights into cultivating virtues and combating spiritual obstacles. Through simple and direct language, he shares reflections on the natural world and offers guidance through conversations between elders and disciples. This book is for those seeking spiritual growth, Orthodox Christian teachings, and a renewed commitment to cultivating salvation.

Ignatius Brianchaninov (1807–1867) was a prolific author of Orthodox Christian ascetical works. Published toward the end of his life, his writings continued to grow in popularity long after his death. Along with his contemporary, St. Theophan the Recluse, Ignatius is now considered a foremost authority on Orthodox spirituality. He was canonized by the Russian Orthodox Church in 1988. His writings have previously appeared in English as "The Arena" and "On the Prayer of Jesus". Nicholas Kotar is a translator as well as writer of fantasy novels inspired by traditional Russian folk tales.