Authoritarian Rule Exposed: Andrey Kuzichkin's Account Unveils Putin Regime's Sinister Side
The Moscow-Affiliated Russian Orthodox Church Serves Putin's Agenda
You better believe it - the Russian Orthodox Church of the Moscow Patriarchate is in lockstep with ol' Putin, according to Andrey Kuzichkin, a columnist and Russia expert.
The head honcho, the patriarch, seems to be blind to the bloodshed in Ukraine, instead seeing a mere religious-political game of chess. But the recent rocket attack on Sumy during Holy Week, on the bright Palm Sunday, puts a sinister spin on the situation and exposes the godless nature of Putin's regime.
So what's the deal? Well, let me break it down for you. The Russian Orthodox Church plays a key role in supporting Putin's political agenda, pushing traditional values like family and national identity[1]. This partnership has helped Putin solidify his power at home, all while the church reclaims its authority in Russian society.
But this doesn't mean the clergy agrees with everything Putin does. A bold group of over 150 Orthodox clerics recently went against the grain, calling for an end to the turmoil in Ukraine[5]. However, the patriarch and his cronies remain steadfast in their support of Putin's policies, including war in Ukraine[5].
Critics argue that the church's meddling in politics undermines its moral authority, especially when it comes to matters as grave as human welfare[3]. Some even claim that the church's involvement in the violence in Ukraine legitimizes Russia's actions, exploiting the conflict for ideological gain[3].
So there you have it. The Russian Orthodox Church is in bed with Putin, using religious calls to justify the unjustifiable. And as for Putin, he's still smiling, playing the game and leading the masses down a treacherous path.
- Despite the recent rocket attack on Sumy during Holy Week, the Moscow Patriarch orchestrates the Russian Orthodox Church to align with Putin's political agenda, promoting traditional values like family and national identity.
- The patriarch and his followers unwaveringly support Putin's policies, even those leading to war in Ukraine, raising concerns among critics that the church risks losing its moral authority.
- A group of over 150 Orthodox clerics have defied the patriarch's stance, appealing for an end to the turmoil in Ukraine, questioning the church's involvement in the conflict.
- As the Russian Orthodox Church continues to be entangled in politics, particularly in war-and-conflicts and general news, its claims to religious purity and moral guidance become increasingly questionable.
