The image of the temple in the art space V.N. Krupina

The article presents an analysis of the work of a modern prose writer from the point of view of the reflection of the principle of "spiritual realism"in it. The chronotope of the temple in the works of writers is subjected to a detailed analysis. The temple becomes not just a place of action of all events in the artistic space of the writer, but also carries a sacred function associated with the idea of spiritual unity of the people, the idea of holiness and spiritual purification, possible only within the walls of the Church. In the works of V. N. Krupin, the temple is associated with the idea of cosmism and faith, the temple is a symbol of Russian culture.