Dionysius I

Metropolitan of Moscow during the 14th century

Dionysius I - Metropolitan of Moscow during the 14th century
Born

None
None years ago

Died

October 15th, 1385
639 years ago — None years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Russia

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Served as the Metropolitan of Moscow from 1375 until death in 1385. Played a significant role in establishing the independence of the Russian Orthodox Church from the Patriarchate of Constantinople. Promoted the liturgical life and improved the administrative structure of the Church during a period of political turbulence in Russia.

Strengthened the Russian Orthodox Church

Promoted the independence from Constantinople

Improved the Church's administrative structure

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