History of the Church of Russia

""A History of the Church of Russia"" by A.N. Mouravieff is a comprehensive account of the development of the Russian Orthodox Church from its origins in the 10th century to the present day. The book explores the Church's role in shaping Russian culture, politics, and society, as well as its relations with other Christian denominations and the state.The author provides a detailed analysis of the Church's theological and liturgical traditions, including its distinctive approach to iconography and spirituality. He also examines the complex relationship between the Church and the Russian monarchy, from the Tsars' patronage of the Church to the Soviet Union's attempts to suppress it.Throughout the book, Mouravieff draws on a wide range of primary sources, including official Church documents, historical chronicles, and personal accounts. He also incorporates the latest scholarship on Russian history and culture, making this a valuable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of the Russian Orthodox Church.1842. Contents: Introduction of Christianity into Russia; Further Establishment of the Faith. The first Monasteries; Period during which the Metropolitans sat at Kieff; till the invasion of the Tartars, A.D. 1072 to A.D. 1240; Period during which the Metropolitans sat at Vladimir; Period during which the Metropolitans resided at Moscow; The Patriarchs. Job, first Patriarch, A.D. 1587; Hermogenes, second Patriarch, A.D. 1606; Philaret, third Patriarch, A.D. 1620; Joasaph I., fourth Patriarch, A.D. 1631; Joseph, fifth Patriarch, A.D. 1642; Nikon, sixth Patriarch, A.D. 1653; Joasaph II., seventh Patriarch, A.D. 1667; Pitirim, eighth Patriarch, A.D. 1672; Joachim, ninth Patriarch, A.D. 1673; Adrian, tenth Patriarch, A.D. 1690; Stephen Yavorsky, Guardian of the Patriarchate, A.D. 1701; and The Most Holy Synod, A.D. 1721.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.