Temple of Faith, Hope and Charity and their mother Sophia (Kursk)

Russia / Kursk / Kursk
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The temple was built on the spot where in 1902 were large military maneuvers of the Russian army, which was attended by the Emperor Nicholas II. Now next to the church is a bust of the king-martyr, crafted by the famous Russian sculptor Vyacheslav Klykov in 2003 On his column inscribed prediction Seraphim of Sarov: "King, honor me, I will honor." It is the decision of Nicholas II influenced the Holy Synod, which was in no hurry to rank miracle worker as a saint, despite the fervent desire of the people In 1903, Seraphim was canonized.

(Translated from Russian description)
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Coordinates:   51°44'29"N   36°7'55"E
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