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Book

201486 minPGdocumentary

A thousand years ago, Grigor Narekatsi wrote a book of prayerful contemplation that continues to resonate with questions about the meaning of life.

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A thousand years ago, Grigor Narekatsi wrote a book of prayerful contemplation that continues to resonate with questions about the meaning of life.

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Vitaly Mansky

Vitaly Manskydirector

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Grigor Narekatsi, an Armenian monk and poet from the 10th century, wrote a significant book of prayerful contemplation. The film follows a modern individual grappling with life's meaning in a contemporary setting where such questions often seem irrelevant. Directed by Vitaly Mansky, the 86-minute documentary contrasts ancient wisdom with today's societal attitudes toward spirituality and purpose.

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