Avvakum

Russian priest and saint

Avvakum - Russian priest and saint
Born

November 20th, 1620
404 years ago

Died

April 14th, 1682
343 years ago — 61 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

Russia

Links & References

A priest in the Russian Orthodox Church, played a significant role in the 17th-century church schism known as the Old Believers' movement. Advocated for traditional practices and resisted reforms introduced by the Patriarch of Moscow. Imprisoned multiple times due to opposition to the church leadership and reforms. Canonized as a saint after death, leading to recognition among the Old Believers.

Led the Old Believers' movement

Authored a well-known autobiography

Opposed church reforms by Patriarch Nikon

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