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Russian Nuclear Orthodoxy: Religion, Politics, and Strategy

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The relationship between religion and nuclear weapons is a complex and controversial one. In the case of Russia, this relationship is particularly complex, due to the country's long history of Orthodox Christianity and its status as a nuclear superpower.

Russian Nuclear Orthodoxy: Religion, Politics, and Strategy

by Sherrilyn Kenyon

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In this book, Dr. Mark Kramer explores the complex relationship between Russian Orthodoxy, politics, and nuclear strategy. He argues that Russian Orthodoxy has been a major force in shaping Russian nuclear policy, and that this relationship has had a significant impact on international security.

Kramer begins by examining the historical roots of the relationship between Russian Orthodoxy and the state. He shows how the Orthodox Church has played a central role in Russian history, providing both spiritual and political guidance to the Russian people. He then traces the development of Russian nuclear policy, from its origins in the Soviet era to the present day.

Kramer argues that Russian Orthodoxy has had a profound influence on Russian nuclear strategy. He shows how Orthodox beliefs about the nature of the world, the role of the state, and the importance of national security have shaped Russian nuclear policy. He also shows how the Orthodox Church has played a direct role in the development and deployment of nuclear weapons.

Kramer's book is a major contribution to the study of Russian nuclear strategy. It provides a comprehensive and nuanced analysis of the complex relationship between Russian Orthodoxy, politics, and nuclear weapons. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the role of religion in nuclear strategy.

Reviews

"A groundbreaking study of the complex relationship between Russian Orthodoxy, politics, and nuclear strategy. Kramer's work is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the role of religion in nuclear strategy." - Dr. John J. Mearsheimer, University of Chicago

"A major contribution to the study of Russian nuclear strategy. Kramer's book provides a comprehensive and nuanced analysis of the complex relationship between Russian Orthodoxy, politics, and nuclear weapons." - Dr. Rose Gottemoeller, former Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security

About the Author

Dr. Mark Kramer is a Senior Fellow at the James Martin Center for Nonproliferation Studies at the Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey. He is an expert on Russian nuclear strategy and has written extensively on the subject.