"Father Sergius" by Leo Tolstoy is a story about a prince named Stepan Kasatsky, who turns his back on his wealthy life as a prince to become a monk. He does this after he finds out his soon-to-be wife was once with the Emperor. The book explores his journey as a monk, fighting temptation and trying to stay humble as he seeks religious meaning. Ironically, he becomes known for being holy, leading to a struggle with pride, the very thing he was trying to avoid. After falling to temptation, he gives up being a monk, choosing a life helping the poor, finding real faith and purpose by serving others instead of chasing fame.
Father Sergius
By Leo Tolstoy
A nobleman’s search for true spirituality leads him down a path of piety, temptation, and, ultimately, a renunciation of his own celebrated holiness.
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About the AuthorCount Lev Nikolayevich Tolstoy, usually referred to in English as Leo Tolstoy, was a Russian writer. He is regarded as one of the greatest and most influential authors of all time. He received nominations for the Nobel Prize in Literature every year from 1902 to 1906 and for the Nobel Peace Prize in 1901, 1902, and 1909.
Count Lev Nikolayevich Tolstoy, usually referred to in English as Leo Tolstoy, was a Russian writer. He is regarded as one of the greatest and most influential authors of all time. He received nominations for the Nobel Prize in Literature every year from 1902 to 1906 and for the Nobel Peace Prize in 1901, 1902, and 1909.
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