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The Defenders of True Faith: The Struggle for the Belokrinitskaya Hierarchy

This illuminating collection unveils the battle for the legitimacy of the Belokrinitskaya Hierarchy, the heart of Old Believer episcopal succession. Featuring the works of Bishop Arseniy of Uralsk, Bishop Innokenty, and A.P. Krahmalnikov, it explores historical controversies, theological arguments, and the unwavering commitment of those who risked everything to defend their faith.

🔹 On the Acceptance of Metropolitan Ambrose by Bishop Arseniy of Uralsk offers a first-hand, authoritative defense of the Old Believer episcopate. Arseniy lays out the theological and canonical justification for accepting Metropolitan Ambrose, reaffirming his place in the lineage of true Orthodox succession.

🔹 Metropolitan Ambrose: His Sincere Devotion to Old Belief by Bishop Innokenty recounts Ambrose's sacrifice—abandoning rank, homeland, and safety to stand with Old Believers. It defends him against accusations of simony, making a compelling case for his righteousness and the hierarchy he helped establish.

🔹 "Austrian" Archivists on the Proskynitariy of Arseny Sukhanov by A.P. Krahmalnikov refutes slander against the Belokrinitskaya Hierarchy. It dismantles false claims about Arseny Sukhanov's 17th-century Proskynitariy, exposing how it was misrepresented to distort Orthodox baptismal practices.

Why You Need This Book:

A clear rebuttal of slander against Old Believer episcopacy. A concise theological and historical defense of the Belokrinitskaya Hierarchy and Metropolitan Ambrose's legacy. Essential reading for scholars, theologians, and anyone interested in the enduring struggle for faith and truth.