Callistratus of Georgia
Georgian Patriarch and leader
Born
1866
159 years ago
Died
February 2nd, 1952
73 years ago — 86 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Georgia
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Served as the Patriarch of the Georgian Orthodox Church from 1944 until death in 1952. Played a crucial role in the post-World War II revival of the church in Georgia. Advocated for the rights of Christians under Soviet rule, leading efforts to restore religious practices and church properties. Presided over significant religious events and was instrumental in the preservation of Georgian religious heritage during a time of communist repression.
Led the Georgian Orthodox Church from 1944 to 1952
Advocated for religious rights under Soviet rule
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