Tolstoyan

comparative more Tolstoyan · superlative most Tolstoyan · alternative Tolstoian

1. Of or relating to Russian writer Leo Tolstoy (1828–1910).

   This essay will look first at Gandhi's knowledge of Tolstoy and proceed to the persons, organizations, and books that enlarged and enriched Gandhi's knowledge of Tolstoyan values.

   2005, James D. Hunt, An American Looks at Gandhi, Bibliophile South Asia, →ISBN, page 37

plural Tolstoyans · alternative Tolstoian

1. A follower of Tolstoy, who advocates and practises manual labor, simplicity of living, non-resistance, etc., holds that possession of wealth and ownership of property are sinful, and rejects all religious teachings not coming directly from Christ.

   Synonyms: Tolstoyist