Once upon a time, at the dawn of the formation of Soviet power in Kiev, a well-known revolutionary leader by the name of Postyshev came to the city on an important visit. Came to Kiev for the first time. The details of his visit are not important to us., but it is known, what, after driving through Kiev, Comrade Postyshev said with condemnation: "Kiev is not a Soviet city, but the church ".
Where else are there so many churches, no matter how in Podil — in the oldest, the most important area of the capital, without which "Kiev is impossible"?
And where, no matter how in Podil, you can see, quite possible, the very first Orthodox church of Kievan Rus, mentions of which are found even before the Baptism of Rus?
Meet the Holy Elias Church.
Tradition says, that it was built by the legendary princes of Kiev Askold and Dir. Which, even though they were pagans themselves, ripened a miracle, were baptized and, returning to Kiev, built the Church.
Any thoughts, what exactly is about this church, which was located on the banks of two rivers at once - the Dnieper and Pochayna — in 988 Russia was baptized. It is convenient because a large number of people could simultaneously enter the water, and from there - directly to the Church.
They say, that originally the church was completely wooden. It is not known whether it is true or not..
Beginning with 1755 years to the present day, she is brick. The walls are dominated by portraits of the prophet Elijah.
And also on the territory of the Temple until the deepest autumn, such beautiful roses grow.
And not only roses. But also beautiful, unequivocally. Take the time, go to the Ilyinsky church - highly recommended!
With inspiration,
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