Russian Orthodox Church (Noun)
Meaning
An independent church with its own Patriarch; until 1917 it was the established church or Russia.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The Russian Orthodox Church played a significant role in Russian culture and politics until the Russian Revolution in 1917.
- In 1589, the Russian Orthodox Church was recognized as an independent church with its own Patriarch.
- Prior to 1917, the Russian Orthodox Church was the established church of Russia, with close ties to the Romanov dynasty.
- The Russian Orthodox Church is known for its beautiful icons, liturgical music, and rich spiritual traditions.
- Throughout its history, the Russian Orthodox Church has been influenced by Byzantine and Slavic cultures.