For many centuries, there has been a dispute about who is the first and true baptist of Kievan Rus. The official version says that the baptist is Vladimir the Great. But, there were other historical figures who brought Christianity to our lands. The first is none other than the apostle Andrew. Why is it worth considering that it was the Apostle Andrew who baptized Kievan Rus? Let's figure it out.
Baptism of the lands of Kievan Rus by the Apostle Andrew
First of all, I recommend referring to the main written source of the history of the Slavic lands: "Tale of Bygone Years", written by the chronicler Nestor. In particular, at the beginning of the narrative it is indicated that the Apostle Andrew went to carry the good news to other countries, all over the world. He preached Christianity according to the covenant of Jesus Christ.
Yes, there are many very interesting and amazing stories connected with this apostle. Many researchers believe that this was the most faithful and diligent disciple of Christ. He said a lot of very clever things, which formed the basis for the fact that the Vatican and various Christian leaders put their "taboo" on his "Bible". But let's get back to our question.
Apostle Andrew on the Black Sea coast
Andrew walked on the ground and carried the Good News. He urged people to pay attention to the true faith. At the same time, he pointed out that violence should not be, he has no place in our world. Nestor writes that Andrei traveled along the shores of the Black Sea. Having reached our lands, he ascended to the upper reaches of the Dnieper, to the territory of the future Kievan Rus.
Climbing the mountain, the apostle stuck his cross into the ground, with which he traveled and carried the message of Christ. He spoke prophetic words. In particular, that it is here that the city will grow up, where there will be many temples. He pointed to the surrounding area, pointed out, they say, “Do you see all the surrounding mountains? Now, remember that God's grace will shine here. A great city will be erected here. God will raise up many churches and temples from the earth. "
As we can see, many years later, at the same place, Kiy, Shchek, Khoriv and their sister Libid founded a city - Kiev, named after one of the brothers.
Interpreting events
Let's remember that the scribes of that time put more meaning in words and phrases than they do now. Each expression had a deep meaning.
In the story we see the expression: "to establish the cross." In the language of the Old Russian scribes, this meant not only the description of the action itself, but also the baptism of people. That is, the performance of baptism over each person.
It turns out that the first baptizer of the land and people of Kievan Rus is not the prince of Novgorod and Kiev - Vladimir the Great, but the apostle Andrew. In the future, I will reveal some more interesting facts that directly relate to the baptism of Kievan Rus. I will remember some more outstanding figures of those distant times!
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