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What are some of the distinctive features of Russian orthodox churches?
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∙ 11y ago
The Russians seem to favor a spiritual Numerology that favors the numbers 1,3, and 5. this may even have some connection with the 5-year plans of soviet communist economy. RO churches frequently have five domes- one at each corner or quadrant ( signifyting the four Gospels, the center one for Christ. The R/O wedding procession is three times around the panoramic stage - l080 degrees of arc- possibly signifying the trinity- this is also a Russian compass-orientation exercise!
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