Russian Orthodoxy
Moscow's ancient faith
Russian Orthodoxy is the tradition of Eastern Orthodox Christianity as practiced in Russia and among Russian communities worldwide.
It centers on the Russian Orthodox Church, which traces its origins to the 10th-century conversion of Kievan Rus'.
The tradition is known for its elaborate liturgy, icon veneration, and historically close ties to Russian state power.
Russian Orthodoxy shaped much of the country's art, architecture, and national identity.
- Church SlavonicSlavic liturgical language
- EucharistSacramental bread and wine
- TrinityGodhead as three persons
- Holy WeekDays preceding Easter Sunday
- Mother of GodMary's theological title
sign of the cross · Nicene Creed · onion domes · holy fool · icons · golden domes · monasticism
church-state relationship in russia
Russian Orthodoxyunderground church
Clandestine religious gathering place
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