What lies behind the lines of the most mystical novel of the 20th century? In the lecture by Yegor Sartakov, listeners will learn about the real events that inspired Bulgakov and analyze the key symbols of "Master and Margarita." Mikhail Bulgakov's novel "Master and Margarita" is one of the most enigmatic works of Russian literature. It intertwines mysticism, satire, and philosophical reflections on good and evil. Guests of the lecture by philologist and literary scholar Yegor Sartakov will dive into the mysteries of the novel, examine its parallels with the canonical Gospel, and uncover unexpected symbolic layers. Bulgakov skillfully wove real events of his era into the narrative, encoding them in the images of the characters. Special attention will be paid to the characters. Why does Woland not create evil, but merely reveal it? How does the story of Yeshua differ from the biblical narrative? How did the real Margarita - Elena Shilovskaya - influence the images of the characters? Listeners will discover what references to history and religion are hidden in the text and why the novel still provokes debates. If you don't know where to walk in Moscow, visit KudaGo.