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Epefanoftschins

Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

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a Russian sect, followers of a monk of Kiev who was ordained bishop through forged letters of recommendation. He died in prison, but is esteemed a martyr by his followers. Their sentiments are nearly the same as the Starobredsi, or Old Ceremonialists. Pinkerton's Greek Church, page 304. (See RUSSIA); (See RUSSIAN SECTS).

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McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Epefanoftschins'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​tce/​e/epefanoftschins.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
 
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