ORTHODOX BROTHERHOODS IN THE POST-REFORM PERIOD: BASED ON THE MATERIALS OF THE VOLOGDA PROVINCE

Abstract

On the basis of archival and published materials on the Vologda province, the history of the creation and activity of Orthodox brotherhoods in the post-reform period (late XIX – early XX century) is considered. The reasons of the emergence and the legislative basis of the activities of fraternal organizations are revealed. The status of fraternity members, the evolution of the number and social composition of organizations are characterized. The analysis of the system of management and financing of Orthodox societies is carried out. Special attention is paid to the disclosure of the religious-educational, missionary, charitable and church-organizing activities of the Orthodox brotherhoods of the Vologda province. The publication is addressed to history researchers, teachers, students and all those interested in the past of Russia and the northern region.