The fifth volume of the Complete Works of St. Ignatius Brianchaninov contains the major work of the Right Reverend, “An Offering to Modern Monasticism,” which enjoys enormous authority among both monastics and laity. This is a favorite edifying reading for all who acquire the grace of the Holy Spirit and give themselves to benefit their neighbors. The materials in the “Appendix” section will undoubtedly be of extreme interest to readers. Here are letters from the Right Reverend to his closest friends: General N. N. Muravyov-Karsky and spiritual writer S. I. Snessoreva. There are so many warm, wise words in these letters that you can’t help but re-read them many times—your soul demands it. All texts included are accompanied by explanations and introductory articles written by famous experts on the life and works of the great Saint. The volume ends with a theological examination of the works of Ignatius, carried out by one of the first specialists who studied his writings, hieromonk, later abbot Mark (Lozinsky). The text is given in relation to an academic publication, such as our issues. The texts published for the first time, the most important commentaries and accompanying articles, the accuracy of the writings of the Saint himself - all this puts the published volumes in a prominent place, and our publication becomes unique, without analogues.< /p>