Donskoi Monastery

Definition

The state’s transfer of buildings, monasteries, and religious literature to the Church, beginning with presidential decree No. 135-rp of 31 December 1991 and regulated by Federal Law 327-FZ of 2010 on the gratuitous transfer of religious property; contested by museum administrators over preservation and accessibility.

Episodes

  • Restitution Of Church Property

Biblical References

  • 1 Peter 5:2 — *Give a shepherd’s care to God’s flock among you, exercising oversight not merely as a duty but willingly under God’s direction, not for shameful profit but eagerly. *
  • Matthew 28:19-20 (implicit) — 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