ISBN 978-5-89101-247-9

© Danilov Stavropegial Monastery, compilation, design, layout, 2012

© Sokolov Vladimir, priest, 2012

Content

Introduction

Christianity and the New Religious Era

Sources of culture

Culture and religion

Cultural Struggle and Cultural Tradition

Stereotypes in culture

Culture and personality

Mysticism and spirituality

History and culture

A few words about the content of the book

Section one. Art and Mysticism

Asceticism and musical culture

On the connection between culture and religion

Christian Teaching and Music

Features of ascetic practice and musical culture

Instrumental Music and Christian Worship

On Ancient Christian Cult Singing