Kryashen orthodox parishes of Tatarstan in the late 1998s and 1990s

Sharafiev Emil Ilhamutdinovich

The article discusses the process of revival, development and the state of the Kryashen Orthodox parishes in the Republic of Tatarstan In the late 1998s and 1990s. The author highlights the background of this religious institution, provides a meaningful and historiographical analysis of concepts and terminology used. Based on the research, the significance, role, and also problems of the national parishes of the Tatar-Kryashens in the designated period of time are revealed.

Keywords:Kryashens, Kryashen parishes, Republic of Tatarstan, national parishes