Historical Events tagged with "tikhon"
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Religion & Philosophy
Decree by Patriarch Tikhon forms new church body
November 7th, 1920 104 years ago
Patriarch Tikhon of Moscow issued a decree in 1920 that led to the formation of the Russian Orthodox Church Outside Russia (ROCOR), a separate entity for expatriate Russian Orthodox believers. This decision aimed to maintain the faith and canonical unity of the Russian Orthodox Church amidst the turmoil of the Russian Revolution, providing guidance and nurturing the spiritual needs of those emigrating from Russia. The decree came during a time when the established church faced significant challenges and restructuring due to political changes.
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