Danilo I
Metropolitan of Cetinje
Born
1670
356 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Montenegro
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Served as the Metropolitan of Cetinje from 1696 until death in 1735. Played a significant role in asserting the autonomy of the Montenegrin Orthodox Church and establishing it as a key institution in Montenegro. Worked towards unifying the Montenegrin tribes under the Church and fostering a sense of national identity among the people. Advocated for the rights of his people against external pressures while promoting spiritual and educational reforms within the Church.
Established the autonomy of the Montenegrin Orthodox Church
Unified Montenegrin tribes under the Church's guidance
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