History of The Russian Orthodox Church

History Of The Russian Orthodox Church

The Russian Orthodox Church is traditionally said to have been founded by the Apostle Andrew, who is thought to have visited Scythia and Greek colonies along the northern coast of the Black Sea. According to one of the legends, St. Andrew reached the future location of Kiev and foretold the foundation of a great Christian city. The spot where he reportedly erected a cross is now marked by St. Andrew's Cathedral

Read more about History Of The Russian Orthodox Church:  Christianization of The Rus', Under Mongol Rule, 15th Century, Changes and Reforms, Autocephaly and Reorganization, 17th Century, Expansion, Reform and The Holy Synod, Fin-de-siècle Religious Renaissance, Russian Revolution, Under Communist Rule, Post-Soviet Recovery, Mission in America, Churches in America

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