Thousands of Believers Participate in Historic Spiritual Event
Patriarch Kirill of Moscow and All Russia led a significant All-Moscow cross procession, drawing thousands of clergy and laity. The spiritual march commenced from the majestic Cathedral of Christ the Savior in Moscow.
The procession embarked on its journey along Soymonovsky Proezd, proceeding towards Prechistenskaya Embankment, and was destined for the historic Novodevichy Convent. This solemn route spanned approximately six kilometers.
Prior to leading the procession, Patriarch Kirill performed a divine liturgy within the sacred walls of the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, setting a reverent tone for the day`s events.
Bishop Savva highlighted the profound significance of this prayerful procession, noting its role in reviving a venerable tradition of large All-Moscow cross processions. This tradition, rich in history, had flourished for over four centuries before the Russian Revolution. The event was specifically timed to commemorate the Day of Celebration of the Synaxis of Moscow Saints.
Historically, the first recorded procession of this kind took place on the very same day in 1525. On that occasion, a revered copy of the miraculous Smolensk Icon of the Mother of God was ceremoniously transported from the Annunciation Cathedral within the Moscow Kremlin to the Novodevichy Convent, marking a pivotal moment in the city`s religious history.
