The Orthodox Church And The Russian Merchant Class: Some Personal Recollections

""The Orthodox Church and the Russian Merchant Class: Some Personal Recollections"" is a non-fiction book written by Serge Elisseeff. The book provides an insightful analysis of the relationship between the Russian Orthodox Church and the merchant class in Russia during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Elisseeff, a prominent historian and scholar of Russian culture and history, draws on his personal experiences and observations to shed light on the complex dynamics that existed between these two influential groups.Throughout the book, Elisseeff explores the role that the Orthodox Church played in shaping the beliefs, values, and practices of the Russian merchant class. He examines the ways in which the Church's teachings and traditions influenced the lives and business practices of merchants, and how these interactions helped to shape the cultural and economic landscape of Russia at the time.Elisseeff also delves into the challenges and tensions that existed between the Orthodox Church and the merchant class, particularly in the wake of the Russian Revolution and the subsequent rise of communism. He examines the ways in which the Church and the merchant class responded to these changes, and how they worked together (or against each other) to navigate the new political and social realities of the time.Overall, ""The Orthodox Church and the Russian Merchant Class: Some Personal Recollections"" provides a fascinating and nuanced exploration of an important period in Russian history. Elisseeff's personal recollections and deep knowledge of the subject matter make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Russia, the Orthodox Church, or the relationship between religion and business.The Harvard Theosophical Review, V49, No. 4, October, 1956.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.