Patriarch Nikon of Moscow

Religious leader and reformer of the church

Patriarch Nikon of Moscow - Religious leader and reformer of the church
Born

May 7th, 1605
420 years ago

Died

1681
344 years ago — 76 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Russia

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Served as Patriarch of Moscow and all Rus' from 1652 to 1666, focusing on church reforms. Central figure in the Russian Orthodox Church, Nikon implemented liturgical changes and sought to align practices with those of the Greek Orthodox Church. His reforms caused significant controversy and led to a schism known as the Old Believers' movement. Resigned in 1666 after conflicts with Tsar Alexei I and was subsequently exiled. Played a pivotal role in the religious landscape of Russia during the 17th century, influencing the future of Russian Orthodoxy.

Implemented reforms in the Russian Orthodox Church

Encountered opposition leading to the Old Believers' schism

Spent final years in exile

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