Learning the Impact of Religion in Russian Culture
Learning the Impact of Religion in Russian Culture With its many iconic churches, monasteries and temples, it's no secret that religion plays an important role in Russian culture. From the ancient days of the Novgorod Republic to the the present age of this highly influential country, religion has had an undeniable impact on its development. But, just how much of an influence has religion had on the culture and life of the Russian people? Historical Role of Religion in Russia The earliest forms of religion in Russia were pagan and folk beliefs, though they were heavily replaced by Christianity starting in the 10th century. Russia officially accepted Christianity in 973 AD, in a ceremony presided by the Byzantine Emperor. This event marked the start of a deep entanglement between the Russian Orthodox Church and the State, which would last for centuries. The Russian Orthodox Church grew to become an incredibly influential entity in the country, in no small part due to the connect...