Civil War
Definition
The feat of Boris and Gleb, who accepted martyrdom from their brother Svyatopolk rather than start a civil war, is presented as a living example of spiritual transformation in baptism and moral victory over evil, more potent than book learning.
Episodes
Related Concepts
- Passion-Bearing Strastoterpchestvo
Biblical References
- Matthew 28:19-20 — Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the
- Matthew 28:19-20 (baptismal formula) — Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the