Patriarch Alexy II of Moscow
Patriarch of the Russian Orthodox Church
Born
February 23rd, 1929
96 years ago
Died
December 5th, 2008
16 years ago — 79 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Russia
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Served as the Patriarch of Moscow and all Rus' from 1990 until 2008. Played a significant role in the revival of the Russian Orthodox Church after the fall of the Soviet Union. Promoted interfaith dialogue and worked to restore the church's influence in Russian society and beyond. Represented the church during international religious gatherings and was involved in various ecumenical efforts.
Revived the Russian Orthodox Church after the Soviet era
Participated in international religious dialogues
Promoted church's influence in contemporary Russian society
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