Abraham of Rostov Saint

Saint Abraham of Rostov was born in the tenth century, to a non-Christian family in Galich, Russia. After a near-death experience and healing, Abraham converted to Christianity and became a monk.He preached the Gospel in his area, during which time he also destroyed an idol of Veles. Abraham founded the monastery of the Theophany in Rostov, as well two parish churches.

Personal facts

Abraham of Rostov
Birth place
Russia , Galich Russia
Place of death
Russia , Rostov

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Eastern Orthodox Church

Abraham of Rostov on Wikipedia

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  1. http://ocafs.oca.org/FeastSaintsViewer.asp?SID=4&ID=1&FSID=103102