Did Lenin make a compromise between capitalism and communism?

Yes, Lenin implemented a compromise between capitalism and communism through the New Economic Policy (NEP) in 1921. The NEP allowed for some private enterprise and small-scale capitalism to revive the economy after the turmoil of the Russian Civil War. This pragmatic approach aimed to stabilize the economy while maintaining the overall goal of transitioning to a socialist state. Ultimately, the NEP represented a strategic retreat from full communist principles to ensure the survival of the Bolshevik regime.