Apocalyptic Motives in M. Yu. Lermontov’s Poem "Demon"
Vinogradova Oksana Nikolaevna
Moscow City Pedagogical University
Submitted: 04.12.2021
Abstract. The paper aims to reveal the conceptual meaning of M. Yu. Lermontov’s poem "Demon". The article addresses this work in terms of the currently relevant vector of the poet’s works perception: in the context of Christianity. The scientific originality of the research consists in identification of apocalyptic motives in the poem which suggest a conception of "Demon" connected with Christianity, as well as the writer’s Christian, Orthodox worldview. The study explains the writer’s dating of the last versions of the poem, gives a new interpretation of toponyms and anthroponyms for the first time. As a result, the research proves the connection between the motives in the poem "Demon" and the Book of Revelation by John the Apostle (Apocalypse).
Key words and phrases: М. Ю. Лермонтов, поэма "Демон", мотив, Апокалипсис, христианство, M. Yu. Lermontov, poem "Demon", motive, Apocalypse, Christianity
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