Christian Pedagogical Anthropology and Educational Values in the Context of Civilizational Identity

The article substantiates the significance of Christian pedagogical anthropology as a foundation for developing a contemporary model of Russian education. It examines the anthropological roots of the national pedagogical tradition shaped by the Orthodox worldview and their relevance to Russia’s current value self-determination. The methodological framework combines philosophical, cultural, and pedagogical anthropology within a civilizational approach. An analysis of the state strategy for upbringing demonstrates the alignment of its spiritual and moral orientations with Christian anthropology, including concepts of personhood, duty, service, dignity, and the hierarchy of values. The study identifies four key principles of Christian anthropology with pedagogical implications: the human being as the image and likeness of God, the integrity of human nature, freedom as moral responsibility, and sobornost’ as a form of collective ascent. These principles form a holistic educational model that contrasts with utilitarian and competence-based approaches. Special attention is given to Clement of Alexandria’s theocentric conception of teaching. A comparison of Orthodox, Catholic, and Protestant anthropological traditions reveals differences in their educational consequences. The article concludes that Christian pedagogical anthropology represents a coherent system capable of strengthening the value foundations of contemporary education.