Nikon

15 hrs. 37 min.

Language Russian

Author Vladislav Bakhrevsky

Narrator Alexander Kotov

Description

Former parish priest Nikita Minin, who became a patriarch, dared to challenge the ruler: he ordered “unclean” books to be burned and dealt harshly with rebellious Old Believers. How harsh was he really, and whose side was the truth on? Dive into a historical novel by Vladislav Bakhrevskiy.

Patriarch Nikon is one of the most controversial figures in Russian history. Once, the simple priest Nikita Minin grew close to Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich, became his trusted adviser, and then—Russia’s all-foremost patriarch. However, his obsession with strengthening the power of the Russian Church ultimately led to tragic consequences and a schism. After receiving the patriarchal rank, Nikon went even against the Tsar, pushing for the burning of “unclean” books, the destruction of icons, and the execution of Old Believers who did not recognize his authority. In the name of “true faith,” lives were shattered, people died, and families fell apart. But who in this story was right? And was the great patriarch really so cruel? The answers are in Vladislav Bakhrevskiy’s historical novel.

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