A History of Russian Christianity, Vol 3. The Synodal Era and the Sectarians -- 1725 to 1894

The Orthodox Church: From the Earliest Years Through Tsar Peter The Great, 1586-1725 is a comprehensive and engaging history of the Russian Orthodox Church that covers over 1600 years of its formation.

This book provides an in-depth look at the events, people, and politics that shaped the earliest traditions of Russian Christianity, including the rise and dominance of the Russian Orthodox Church, the emergence of dissenters and sectarian groups, and the involvement of tsars and princes, saints, serfs, monks, and mystics.

With a focus on primary sources in Church Slavonic and Russian, this history spans from Apostle Andrew to the death of Tsar Ivan the Terrible, just prior to the election of the first Russian Patriarch.

Whether you're a scholar of religious history or simply interested in learning more about the rich cultural heritage of Russia, this book is an essential read.