Vladislav Andrejev explores the relationship between creativity, art, and religion, particularly through the perspective of the Orthodox icon. The author suggests that life itself is a form of art, a creative process of seeking God and manifesting faith. He examines the tension between religion and secular art, advocating for a synergy in which faith inspires creativity and art becomes a means of expressing divine truth.

Andrejev identifies four types of creativity, culminating in religious art that embodies divine revelation. For Andrejev, the icon is not merely a work of art but a symbol that unites the visible and invisible worlds, reflecting the image of God in humanity. The ultimate goal is harmony between divine, human, and cosmic creativity, leading to a life of holiness and communion with God.