"The Kingdom of God Is Within You" Christianity Not as a Mystic Religion but as a New Theory of Life

"The Kingdom of God Is Within You" by graf Leo Tolstoy is a thought-provoking examination of religion that challenges commonly held views of Christianity. Instead of seeing it as just a set of mysterious practices, Tolstoy proposes that Christianity is actually a revolutionary guide for how to live. He strongly supports the idea of not fighting back against evil with violence, arguing that this is a key teaching of Christ. Tolstoy believes that truly living as a Christian means changing your life in a big way, which leads to personal peace and a fairer world. At the start, Tolstoy looks at the history of resisting evil without violence within Christianity, pointing out that many people have struggled with this idea. He mentions Quakers and other historical figures who believed in non-resistance, highlighting that society often finds it hard to accept these beliefs and often misunderstand Christ's real message. This sets up Tolstoy's deep discussion about morality, ethics, and the core of Christianity in today's world.