In memory of Anatoly Nikolaevich Leshchinsky (1941–2023)

Anatoly Nikolaevich Leshchinsky (1941–2023), a pioneering Russian religious studies scholar, significantly advanced the understanding of contemporary Russian Orthodoxy's jurisdictional diversity. His extensive body of work, comprising hundreds of publications and monographs, delved into church divisions, state-confessional relations, and the historical significance of St. Sergius of Radonezh and the Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius. Leshchinsky's deep expertise and inquisitive research left a lasting impact on religious studies, shaping scholarly discourse and influencing future generations of researchers.

Bochkov, P. (2024). In memory of Anatoly Nikolaevich Leshchinsky (1941–2023). Christian Schism Review, 57. https://doi.org/10.65324/csr006