This letter from Ladislav Hejdánek, dated August 1970, captures the author's precarious situation during the early stages of the Normalization period in Czechoslovakia. Hejdánek details his academic activities at the Comenius Protestant Theological Faculty, where he lectured on philosophy and submitted a habilitation thesis. His work explores the concept of faith as a practical orientation toward the future, seeking to move beyond traditional religious metaphysics. The text reflects the pervasive political uncertainty of the era; the author describes ideological screenings and purges at his research institute, leading him to anticipate his imminent dismissal. Consequently, he contemplates alternative livelihoods in manual fields, such as gardening. Despite these existential pressures, the letter maintains a personal tone, discussing family updates, health issues, and a planned visit to friends. The document serves as a poignant testimony to intellectual resilience and personal integrity under a repressive regime, blending profound philosophical reflection with the mundane struggles of survival.