Sergei Nikolajewitsch Bulgakow Books

Exploring the life of Fr. Sergius Bulgakov, this volume presents his Spiritual Diary, revealing the thoughts and emotions of a significant twentieth-century theologian. It captures his experiences as a priest in exile, highlighting his struggles with personal prayer and the impact of the Soviet regime on his homeland. The diary offers insights into his theology of Sophia, emphasizing Divine Wisdom's role in creation. Enhanced by biographical and theological introductions, this work serves as both a scholarly resource and a source of spiritual contemplation for readers across Christian traditions.

Focusing on the Holy Spirit, this comprehensive work by Sergius Bulgakov delves into theological concepts with depth and insight. Recognized as a leading Orthodox theologian of the twentieth century, Bulgakov explores the nature and significance of the Holy Spirit, offering profound reflections that blend spirituality and theology. His analysis invites readers to engage with complex ideas, making it a significant contribution to Christian thought.

The book presents Sergius Bulgakov's comprehensive thoughts on the Eucharist, showcasing his theological insights and reflections. As the final English translation of his work, it captures his deep exploration of this sacrament, emphasizing its significance in Christian faith and spirituality. Through Bulgakov's perspective, readers gain a profound understanding of the Eucharist's role in religious life and its implications for faith and community.

In "Churchly Joy," Sergius Bulgakov explores the dual lives of Christians—one in the world of sorrow and another in the heavenly Kingdom of God. Through spiritual orations rooted in Orthodox tradition, he celebrates major feasts of the church year, offering readers a pathway to spiritual growth and joy.

Exploring the intersection of Orthodox theology and art, this work delves into how icons and the name of God convey divine revelations that shape our spiritual identity. Sergius Bulgakov addresses significant historical controversies surrounding icon veneration and the sanctity of God's name, arguing that an icon transcends mere artistry when it is named. This translation of two pivotal essays offers a deeper understanding of these theological concepts, making Bulgakov's insights accessible to a broader audience for the first time.

Exploring the intersection of myth, philosophy, and personal faith, this work reflects Sergius Bulgakov's experiences in Orthodoxy during the chaotic period leading up to the 1917 October Revolution. It embodies the experimental spirit of the Russian Silver Age, presenting a collection of essays that articulate the struggles of Bulgakov and his contemporaries with modernity. The narrative draws parallels to St. Augustine's works, offering insights into the challenges faced by Orthodoxy and the broader cultural context of the time.

Boris Jakim here presents two major theological essays by Russian Orthodox theologian Sergius Bulgakov in English translation for the first time. "On Holy Relics," a 1918 response to Bolshevik desecration of the relics of Russian saints, develops a comprehensive theology of holy relics, connecting them with the Incarnation and showing their place in sacramental theology. The second essay, "On the Gospel Miracles," written in 1932, presents a Christological doctrine of miracles, focusing on how human activity relates to the works of Christ. Both essays are suffused with Bulgakov's faith in Christian resurrection and with his signature "religious materialism," in which the corporeal is illuminated by the spiritual and the earthly is transfigured into the heavenly.

Insights on death and judgement from one of thegreat modern Orthodox theologians

Exploring the ultimate fate of humanity, this collection of essays by Russian Orthodox theologian Sergius Bulgakov addresses critical questions of Christian eschatology, including universal salvation and individual destinies at death. Bulgakov argues for a magnificent restoration of all beings through Christ's redemption and emphasizes the importance of Christian political action in manifesting God's kingdom on earth. Drawing from Scripture and personal experience, he offers profound insights into human mortality and divine accompaniment during the dying process, enriching the understanding of eschatology's personal, political, and universal dimensions.

In "The Burning Bush," theologian Sergius Bulgakov examines the role of Mary in Orthodox theology, critiquing aspects of Roman Catholic Mariology. Utilizing liturgical texts and his Sophiology, he explores Mary's unique role in human divinization, highlighting her significance in Orthodox devotion.