Philosophical Cliffs

The cycle of philosophical and lyrical essays by the celebrated Archimandrite Justin (Popovich) of the Serbian Orthodox Church, canonized in 2010, Philosophical Cliffs — is one of the most remarkable and impressive theological books of the past century. The unique... style of reflections by Protopresbyter Justin (Popovich) merges philosophy and lyricism, theological thought and intense poetic strength. Written in the period between the two world wars, these essays, compiled by the author into a cohesive book, address the dramatic final questions of existence, plunging into the abyss of despair in a godless world and elevating it to the salvific hope of God-manhood. The restless power and prophetic strength of the words of Protopresbyter Justin become relevant again when the world finds itself on the brink of change. The translation, edited by Mark (Arndt), Metropolitan of Berlin and Germany, is published in Russia for the first time. Recommended for publication by the Publishing Council of the Russian Orthodox Church IS R21-102-0041