Spiritual Measures to Support Human Existence in Prison According to F. Dostoevsky's Novel: Notes from the House of the Dead

The article analyses the drama of human existence experienced in prison. The main source chosen is the novel "Notes from the House of the Dead" (1861-1862) by Fyodor Mikhailovich Dostoevsky (1821-1881), a classic of Russian literature, which was written based on his personal experience as...

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Published in:Lateranum
Main Author: Ramonas, Arvydas 1968- (Author)
Format: Print Article
Language:English
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Published: Lateran Univ. Press 2023
In: Lateranum
Year: 2023, Volume: 89, Issue: 1, Pages: 85-114
IxTheo Classification:CB Christian life; spirituality
CD Christianity and Culture
NBE Anthropology
Further subjects:B Theology
B Fiodor Dostoevskij
B Fyodor Dostoevsky
B "Notes from the House of the Dead"
B "Le note dalla casa dei morti"
B esistenza
B Teologia
B Existence
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Summary:The article analyses the drama of human existence experienced in prison. The main source chosen is the novel "Notes from the House of the Dead" (1861-1862) by Fyodor Mikhailovich Dostoevsky (1821-1881), a classic of Russian literature, which was written based on his personal experience as a political prisoner (1849-1859). Reflections on Christianity in the lives of prisoners and how faith helps to endure years in prison are discussed. Prayer, the reading of the Scriptures, the sharing of alms, the mercy of doctors, the perceived dignity of the image and likeness of God, the celebration of religious holidays have become religious pillars.
ISSN:1010-7215
Contains:Enthalten in: Lateranum