Introduction to the Philosophy of Nonviolent Development

This book is written at the intersection of philosophy, sociology, political science, and religious studies. The author asks the question: why is only one specific social development program being implemented in Russia out of a large number of such programs? The justification of this particular option is central to the book. It is shown that an essential condition for the development of society, leading to progress in economy and culture, is the inclusion of Christian axiomatic principles in the main frameworks of its construction. Within the theory developed by the author, concepts of all forms of social organization, the social essence of man and society, intelligence, violence, and freedom are introduced. Necessary and sufficient conditions for the existence of market forms of economy are derived. A general scheme for the development of human reason is developed. The predetermination of the transition of human civilization to a just and humane social organization is demonstrated.