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Saint John the Russian — Faith in Captivity

PROKOPI · 18TH CENTURY

Captured during war and taken far from his homeland, Saint John the Russian refused to abandon his Orthodox faith. Through captivity, hardship and servitude, he remained steadfast in prayer, humility and devotion.

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