New Release: The Bible and the World by Apostolos Makrakis

New Release: The Bible and the World by Apostolos Makrakis

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Eastern Light Publishing is pleased to announce the release of a new English edition of The Bible and the World, a profound theological work by the Greek Orthodox thinker Apostolos Makrakis (1831–1905).

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A Vision of Scripture and History

In The Bible and the World, Makrakis explores the relationship between divine revelation and the development of human civilization. He argues that the Scriptures are not merely a book of private devotion but the divine key for understanding the spiritual, moral, and historical trajectory of mankind.

Written during a time of profound intellectual change in the nineteenth century, Makrakis confronts the growing influence of secular philosophy and modern skepticism. Against these currents, he presents a powerful defense of the Bible as the foundation of truth, reason, and civilization.

For Makrakis, the history of the world cannot be properly understood apart from the revelation of God in Scripture. The biblical message illuminates the purpose of human society, the moral order of the universe, and the ultimate destiny of nations.

Apostolos Makrakis: A Voice of Orthodox Theology

Apostolos Makrakis was one of the most influential Orthodox theologians and religious reformers of modern Greece. A prolific writer, preacher, and educator, he devoted his life to renewing Christian faith and moral life within society.

His works combine theology, philosophy, biblical interpretation, and social reflection, offering a distinctive Orthodox perspective on the challenges of the modern world.

Although widely read in Greece during his lifetime, many of Makrakis’ writings have remained inaccessible to English readers. This new edition seeks to help bring his thought to a broader audience.

A New English Edition

This modern English edition presents Makrakis’ work in a clear and accessible format for contemporary readers. It forms part of the ongoing effort by Eastern Light Publishing to recover and republish important works from the Greek Orthodox theological tradition.

The volume includes:

• A newly prepared English text
• Editorial framing for modern readers
• Historical context for Makrakis’ thought
• A carefully formatted presentation of the original work

Why Makrakis Still Matters

Makrakis addressed questions that remain deeply relevant today:

What role should the Bible play in public life and society?
Can modern civilization endure apart from spiritual truth?
How should Christians understand the relationship between faith and history?

His reflections continue to offer a compelling vision of the Bible as the guiding light of human civilization.

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Part of the Apostolos Makrakis Library

The Bible and the World is one of several forthcoming works in the Apostolos Makrakis Library Series, an initiative dedicated to making the writings of this important Orthodox thinker available to modern readers.

Additional translations and studies are currently in preparation.