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The Kingdom of God is Within You Paperback – August 20, 2016

by Leo Tolstoy (Author), Constance Garnett (Translator)
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 877 ratings
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"The Kingdom of God Is Within You" is Leo Tolstoy's magnum opus of philosophy and religious thought. The book is cited by Mahatma Gandhi as one of the chief influences in the development of his philosophy of non-violence. Tolstoy takes the reader to the heart of the message of Jesus Christ, laying aside the common dogmas of the church in favor of a literal understanding of Christ's teachings. This brings his philosophy to one of strict non-violence and a complete overhaul of the structures of modern society. The work is a masterpiece in the realm of Christianity.
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (August 20, 2016)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 224 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1537188488
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1537188485
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.51 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Leo Tolstoy (1828-1910) wrote two of the great novels of the nineteenth century, War and Peace and Anna Karenina.

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Customers find the theme thought-provoking and insightful. They also say the book is very long and repetitive. Opinions are mixed on the writing style, with some finding it well-written and legit, while others find it hard to understand and have too many typos.

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Customers find the theme thought-provoking, well-written, and legit. They say the book helps them realize the Truth that Christ presented to them. Readers also say it offers an excellent perspective of faith and a beautiful teaching of non-violence. They find the book refreshing today and worthwhile.

"...This book is certainly thought-provoking, and it will absolutely make you rethink your career choice." Read more

"...I rated 4 stars because it is well written and has many legit points...." Read more

"The good:Tolstoy gives compelling reasons, arguments and thoughts as to why genuine followers of Christ should abstain from military and..." Read more

"The first two chapters were quite compelling in Tolstoy's defense of nonviolent resistance, of which I myself am a pacifist...." Read more

4 customers mention "Depth of content"4 positive0 negative

Customers find the book's content heavy reading but really deep.

"I enjoyed the depth, though it is not an easy or fast read. I was looking for personal enrichment (and found it)." Read more

"...it was really deep and worthwhile if you feel like getting into it." Read more

"Profound book! This book is very deep, yet worth the read!..." Read more

"Extremely deep in the examination of one's beliefs and lifestyle...." Read more

26 customers mention "Writing style"13 positive13 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the writing style. Some find it well written and speaks simply, while others say it's hard to understand, has too many typos, and is repetitive at times.

"...book could have benefited from some editing, but overall it is a fairly easy read, and well worth the effort." Read more

"I enjoyed the depth, though it is not an easy or fast read. I was looking for personal enrichment (and found it)." Read more

"...I rated 4 stars because it is well written and has many legit points...." Read more

"...I did not give it a five star rating because I was surprised at how many typos I found." Read more

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Customers find the book very long and repetitive. They also say the arguments are lengthy and frustrating at times.

"...Much of it is repetitive and redundant and in numerous places he seems to me to be just rambling on...." Read more

"Very long, and drawn out. too many re-hashes of what's wrong with the world, and not enough spirituality explained...." Read more

"Some extraordinary food for thought in this book. Very long though, and he repeats himself quite a bit...." Read more

"...Some of the arguments are lengthy. Requires a reader who can plow through some dense material." Read more

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Joel C. Hansen
5.0 out of 5 stars A classic read
Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2019
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When you read the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7), you read of a much different moral reality than today's culture of law enforcement, national borders, capitalism, war and other power structures. Jesus talks about love and forgiveness. What Tolstoy presents here is a plan on how to shift our culture into one of equality and love, as Jesus presented 2000 years ago. It's sobering to read some of the warnings of Tolstoy (written decades before the world wars). In that light, his warnings are even more relevant today than when they were first written.

It's a challenging book, in the best way. Tolstoy didn't seem to believe in the divinity of Christ, but in some ways, he took the words of Christ more seriously than many of us who do believe in Christ's divinity. This book is certainly thought-provoking, and it will absolutely make you rethink your career choice.
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J. D. JANSEN
5.0 out of 5 stars Taking Christ at His Word
Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2012
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This is a book that is challenging and radical, in that Tolstoy asks us to take quite literally the teachings of Jesus in the Gospels. While certainly we have made some progress in the past 120 years, there is much in his writing that still holds absolutely true today. I found myself highlighting multiple passages, and thinking how true it is to today's world. For example:

"Men might well observe the laws if they believed the Tzars who made them were God's anointed, or even if they thought they were the work of assemblies of lawgivers who had the power and the desire to make them as good as possible. But we all know how our laws are made. We have all been behind the scenes, we know that they are the product of covetousness, trickery, and party struggles; that there is not and cannot be any real justice in them."

"The specialty of government is not to obey, but to enforce obedience. And a government is only a government so long as it can make itself obeyed, and therefore it always strives for that and will never willingly abandon its power."

and

"A man cannot be placed against his will in a situation opposed to his conscience. If you find yourself in such a position it is not because it is necessary to anyone whatever, but simply because you wish it."

I think he clearly gets at the problem of the Christian in relationship to the state, and while the government may do things in the interest of "goodness" there is always a threat behind that (and many things that the state does that are just plain wrong and evil). As an American it has certainly given me some new perspective on our military involvements around the world. I believe this is very challenging for anyone who is a serious Christian, or seriously believes in peace, and wants to go beyond the orthodoxy of what we are taught by the established church and government. This book could have benefited from some editing, but overall it is a fairly easy read, and well worth the effort.
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Windwalker
4.0 out of 5 stars When was it written?
Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2013
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This book could have been written today for the most part. I rated 4 stars because it is well written and has many legit points. Could not give 5 because I thought he really missed something's because he was wanting to prove his point. To blame Christianity for ungodly nations shows his lack of understanding a full spirt filled life. He would have done well to looked at prophesy. God has not changed since Christ. Christ even said if it were his kingdom then would my servants fight. I have been part of many churches including Mennonite. They all have there rules and he was correct in a lot of what he wrote. He was wrong in saying if we all would use none resistance peace would come. The bible says we are all as lambs led to the slaughter. There will be a time of peace but only when Christ destroys the powers that be. It is not an easy choice for man to be willing to die. Christians are becoming the minority in the world and many people hate them. I can not have his view as to how peace will come. I do very much agree with a lot of what was said.
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S. Smith
5.0 out of 5 stars A guidebook for our times
Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2023
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I quote commonly attributed to Leo Tolstoy runs “You may not want the state, but the state wants you.”

Nothing could be more true right now, in 2023, than this adage.

From vaccine mandates, to severe abortion restrictions, to Covid lockdowns, to a uniparty love for war, we are in a new authoritarian age where the state has run amok. Indeed, most of us in the United States seemingly toil for a corporate/state monolith, instead of it working for us, which is always the tendency of bloated, militarized, security states. We are almost certainly reaching a wall, an “end of empire,” as it were.

Furthermore, we are beholden to a “defense industry” and military-industrial complex that is completely out of control; with our tax dollars funding the forever wars and unceasing spending on the weapons of death.

This little booklet has proven an instruction manual for moving forward for me during the Covid era and beyond, when both political parties in America have become deeply enmeshed in ideologies that simply do not allow human freedom and most importantly peace and love to flourish.
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Liam O
5.0 out of 5 stars Tough Read But Amazing Writing & Message
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 13, 2019
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I literally had to read this book first thing in the morning when I had my most focus. Once you get through a page or two you really become engrossed in what it is Tolstoy is trying to convey. Would recommend to anybody willing to give it a go.
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lokesh
5.0 out of 5 stars Non résistance
Reviewed in India on January 15, 2019
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I bought this book because Mahatma Gandhi says in his autobiography, of all the books that changed his life, this is one that is worth mentioning. It's truly life changing.
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Donk E Kong
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Canada on April 27, 2017
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Daniel K.
5.0 out of 5 stars Challenging and liberating read
Reviewed in Australia on September 18, 2019
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I wish this was taught in schools. An eye opener- deep insight into humanity and our purpose within the Kingdom of God
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Paddy
5.0 out of 5 stars excellent
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 31, 2020
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excellent
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