IDEOLOGICAL CURRENTS AND ORTHODOXY IN POSTWAR AMERICA. THE CASE OF FATHER SERAPHIM ROSE

Born in 1934 and moved to the Lord in 1982, Father Seraphim Rose carried out his activity against the background of an increasingly fluid world, marked by ideological changes, technological advances and cultural transformations. As a fervent scholar, translator, and ardent monk, Father Seraphim Rose navigated the complexities of modernity, while, passionately advocating for the eternal truths, embedded in Orthodoxy. The text is divided into three sections, each exploring a different aspect of the era. The first section discusses the postwar period, including the economic boom, technological advances, and cultural changes. The second section focuses on the counterculture movement of the 1960�s, including its origins, key figures, and influence on American society. The third section explores the religious landscape of the era, including the rise of Eastern spirituality and the decline of traditional christianity. The text also touches on the life and work of Father Seraphim Rose, who was a prominent figure in the Russian Orthodox Church outside of Russia and a defender of traditional christian values. The period after World War II saw significant economic growth and technological advances, which led to changes in American society and culture. The counterculture movement of the 1960�s was characterized by a rejection of mainstream values and a search for alternative forms of spirituality and community. Eastern spirituality, including practices such as yoga and meditation, have gained popularity in the United States of America. The Orthodox Church played a significant role in the american society, during this period, with Father Seraphim Rose being a prominent figure. Overall, the text provides a detailed and nuanced exploration of the cultural and historical context of the 1960�s in the United States of America, with particular emphasis on the rise of the counterculture and eastern spirituality at the expense of traditional Christianity. Therefore, in order to highlight the subject of this study, we have used the analytical, historical and synthesis method, taking into account both Orthodoxy and the ideologies of that time.