Benjamin Fedchenkov facts for kids
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Metropolitan Benjamin
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Ivan Afanasevich Fedchenkov
September 14, 1880 .svg){kind=small} Tambov Governorate, Russian Empire |
| Died | October 4, 1961 Pskovo-Pechorsky Monastery, USSR |
| Occupation | Bishop of Russian Orthodox Church |
Metropolitan Benjamin, also known as Veniamin, was an important leader in the Russian Orthodox Church. He was born Ivan Afanasevich Fedchenkov on September 14, 1880. He passed away on October 4, 1961. He served as a bishop, a missionary, and a writer.
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Early Life and Beginnings
Benjamin Fedchenkov was born in a village called Vazhki (also known as Ilyinka). This village was located in the Tambov Governorate of the Russian Empire. He grew up there before starting his journey in the church.
A Time of Change
During a difficult period in Russian history, Benjamin supported a group known as the White movement. This group was involved in a civil conflict in Russia. He worked closely with an army led by General Wrangel in the Crimean peninsula. In November 1920, Benjamin left Russia. He emigrated along with many soldiers and other people who were also leaving the country.
Leading the Church Abroad
From 1933 to 1947, Benjamin served as an Exarch for the Russian Orthodox Church in North America. This meant he was a special representative or leader for the church in that region.
He was given the title of Archbishop on April 19, 1932. Later, on July 14, 1938, he became a Metropolitan of the Aleutians and North America. These are important leadership roles within the church.
Returning to Russia
After many years, Benjamin returned to Russia. From 1947 to 1951, he was the Metropolitan of Riga and Latvia.
He then served as Metropolitan of Rostov and Novocherkassk from 1951 to 1955. From February 8, 1954, his title changed slightly to Metropolitan of Rostov and Kamensk.
From November 28, 1955, to February 20, 1958, he was the Metropolitan of Saratov and Balashov. Later, from December 26, 1957, he became the Metropolitan of Saratov and Volsk.
Later Years and Legacy
Metropolitan Benjamin spent his final years at the Pskovo-Pechorsky Monastery. He passed away there on October 4, 1961. He was buried in the ancient caves of the monastery. His life was dedicated to serving the Russian Orthodox Church.
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Sources
- (Russian) Towards the canonization of Metropolitan Veniamin (Fedchenkov)
- (Russian) Short biography and the list of Metropolitan Veniamin's works on the site "Russian Orthodoxy"
