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How widespread is the Russian orthodox church?
I believe Russian Orthodox is second to the Greek Orthodox which actually the part of Constantinople Patriarchate. One can find Orthodox churches in many countries around the world for example Japan, Australia, Canada, USA, in Every counry in Europe. There is a Russian Orthodox church in Antarctica There are Russian Ortodox Churches in Latin America. During the communism regime there was a great pressure on the Orthodx faith and it had really weakend the church to the point where we did not know if we could continue to exist. God willing the church has survived and it is truyl a miracle to see the rebirth of christianiy in Russia and the popularity of the Russian Orthodox Church abroad. Patriarch Kirill is doing a great job spreading the chrisian faith within Russia and also abroad. What drives people to the Russian Orthodox Church even among the other Orthodox Christians is that tradition and that sincere faith that caputres ones heart even upon an entry into a Russian Orthodox Church.
Was Islam dominant during tsarist Russia?
The Russian Orthodox Church was dominant during Tsarist Russia. It was virtually the state religion of Russia. Many inhabitants of Russia were Muslim, (especially in area near the Ottoman Empire in southern Russia) but the dominant religion was Russian Orthodox.
Did Lenin support the Russian Orthodox Church?
Lenin played an active role is trying to end the power of the Russian Orthodox Church. His reign of terror saw the destruction of churches and the killing of priests, monks and nuns. The Orthodox Church was declared illegal under the Communist regime and a systematic campaign of persecution and killings took place under Lenin and the other Communist leaders. Millions of Orthodox people were killed during the 70 years of Communism in Russia.
Is it true that the soviet supported the Russian orthodox church?
That's true that Stalin allowed religions during the WWII, but later Krushchev started repressions again.
Who lived in Alaska during Russia's ownership?
Trappers, traders and Russian Orthodox missionaries.
Are Russian people Christians?
During the time of the communist regime the Church in the USSR was under severe persecution, at worst, and, at best just about tolerated. Since the break up of the USSR most of the states that are now independent have returned to their respective religions - eg the Islamic states have returned to Islam. As for the Christian Church, the Russian Orthodox Church is still thriving in what was officially an 'atheist' country under the communists, where Christians met in secrte for fear of persecution. The Russian Orthodox Church is now accepted by the new society and regime and is still the main Christian denomination in Russia.
What is the key religion of Russia?
It is a form of Christianity known as the Russian Orthodox Church. It is a conservative religion that is not part of the Roman Communion; it is not under the authority of the Bishop of Rome. Russian Orthodoxy is an important religion in Russia, but it is not the official religion of Russia. There is no official connection between Orthodoxy and the Russian government as there was prior to the revolution. During the height of communist power in Russia, the church was severely restricted.
In Greek Orthodox culture Easter eggs are traditionally painted what colour?
In the Eastern Orthodox Church, (which includes Greek Orthodox Christians and Russian Orthodox Christians, etc.) Easter eggs are painted red, as this colour represents the blood that Christ shed for our sins during His crucifixion.
Was Michael Romanov head of his religion?
No, Michael Romanov was not the head of a religion. He was the first Tsar of the Romanov dynasty and ruled Russia from 1613 to 1645. The Russian Orthodox Church was the dominant religion in Russia during his reign.
What role did the Russian Orthodox play in the Russian Revolution?
It provided spiritual guidance to the Russian people and it opposed the Atheist government of the Communist regime. It also continued to provide some limited Church services during the 70 years of Communist persecution, even though most of the Churches had been destroyed by the Communists in Russia.
Do Russians put baby Jesus' birth?
If you are asking whether Russians believe in Jesus, some Russians absolutely do. The Russian Orthodox Church is very influential and powerful, and since they are Christians, members of this church see Jesus as a central figure. The Russian Orthodox Church observes all major Christian holy days, including the birth of Jesus. But not all Russians are members of the dominant church. Some Russians are atheists (as they were encouraged to be during the era of Communism), some Russians are other denominations of Christianity, some are Muslim, and some are Jewish.
What was the official church for Russia?
Russian Orthodox Church is the religion of Russia. During the communist years the churches were closed. I was in one in Russia that was a 1,000 years old and it was suppose to have been torn down, but somehow was saved. Russian Orthodox Churches are very ornate with paintings, mosaics, and highly decorated. The ones located in Kremlin have the Czars in box like sarcophagus. Stalin is located along the Kremlin wall in a pyramid like structure with his body preserved for viewing.
