
The Agony of the Church (1917)
Exploring the Church's Turmoil: Spiritual Reflections and Biblical InsightsBy Nikolaj VelimirovićLength2h 7m
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In "The Agony of the Church," Nikolaj Velimirović explores the profound spiritual and existential crises facing the Christian Church in the early 20th century. Written during a time of tumultuous change, both spiritually and socially, the text reflects Velimirović's unique blend of theological insight and poetic prose. Through a series of meditative essays, the author delves into themes of suffering, faith, and divine purpose, capturing the tension between human anguish and the search for ecclesiastical integrity. His contemplative style invites readers to engage deeply with the struggles endured by the Church, making this work both a theological treatise and a literary exploration of faith under duress. Nikolaj Velimirović, a renowned Serbian bishop and theologian, was profoundly influenced by his own experiences of war, exile, and personal suffering. His commitment to addressing the spiritual needs of his community, coupled with a rich background in philosophy, allowed him to articulate the complexities of faith during a crisis. Velimirović's scholarship was shaped by his own trials and his observations of the broader sociopolitical upheaval affecting Europe, especially during World War I. "The Agony of the Church" is a compelling read for anyone interested in the intersection of faith and modernity. Velimirović's profound insights into the Church's trials and tribulations make this book an essential addition to theological literature. It is an invitation to reflect on one's faith amidst adversity, resonating with those seeking to understand the enduring relevance of the Church in contemporary society.
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GenreSpirituality and Religion
Length2 hrs 7 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 9, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1FOREWORD
12CHAPTER III: THE CHURCH THE SERVANT OF PATRIOTISM AND IMPERIALISM
2PUBLISHER'S FOREWORD
13THE LITTLE ISLANDS AMIDST THE OCEAN
3INTRODUCTORY THOUGHTS
14SELF-CASTIGATION
4CHAPTER I
15A COMMON ILLUSION
5THE INCLUSIVE WISDOM OF THE CHURCH'S FOUNDER
16CHAPTER IV: WHAT IS THE CHURCH?
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6THE INCLUSIVE WISDOM IN THE CHURCH'S ORGANISATION
17THE POVERTY OF EUROPEAN CIVILISATION
7THE INCLUSIVE WISDOM IN THE CHURCH'S DESTINATION
18THE CHRISTIANISATION OF THE CHURCH
8CHAPTER II
19THE ONLY NECESSARY EXCLUSIVENESS OF THE CHURCH
9THE DRAMATIC FORMATION OF THE CHURCH
20ECCLESIA TRIUMPHANS
10THE EXTERNAL CONFLICTS OF THE MILITANT CHURCH
21HOLY CHURCH IN HOLY EUROPE
11THE INTERNAL CONFLICTS OF THE CHURCH