Chapel of the Kazan mother of God (Yaroslavl) – the monument to the heroic past

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Among the many artistic and historical monuments of Yaroslavl occupies a special place the chapel of our lady of Kazan, erected in 1997. Its appearance is familiar to many. And it's not just that it shows on our beloved thousand-dollar bill, but in the inherent artistic merit, as well as the importance of historical events that were the reason for its creation.

the Chapel of our lady of Kazan

Monument to the people's militia

The Chapel of our lady of Kazan was built in memory of the liberation of Moscow in 1612 from Polish invaders militia of K. Minin and D. Pozharsky. And it is no coincidence that the place for her was elected Yaroslavl. Formed in Nizhny Novgorod people's army on the way to Moscow for four months, stayed here to give the opportunity to join him to all who want to serve the Homeland and hurried in this regard, from the most remote parts of Russia.

The Period from April to July, 1612, while the militia were arriving daily expecting reinforcements, were not lost in vain. During these months, managed to form the composition of the future government, which was called “the Council of all the earth”. It includes many of the most influential at the time of the princely families, as well as elected from the common people. The leadership of the Council was granted to K. Minin and D. Pozharsky, who by the way, single-handedly put the signatures, as his illustrious ally was wrong.

the Chapel of our lady of Kazan Yaroslavl

The Months spent in Yaroslavl

Chapel of the Kazan mother of God (Yaroslavl') is a monument of various deliberations, which were conducted here by the government militias for four months spent in the city. Hence, the MPs led the liberation from Polish-Lithuanian troops of many Russian cities. Here was developed and implemented plan, in which the invaders were cut off from the main routes for the delivery to them of food and ammunition.

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At the same time the newly elected Council has been active in diplomatic activities. In particular, Prince Pozharsky through negotiations managed to almost completely withdraw from participation in the hostilities of Sweden, who had to grab by the time a significant part of Novgorod lands. In addition, as a result of negotiations with the German Ambassador, an agreement was made for the Emperor the support of the militia.

The Result of the stay of the militia in Yaroslavl

Summing up what has been achieved militia for the period of stay in Yaroslavl, you need to first of all say that their power has significantly increased due to come to them, the warriors of Siberia, of Pomerania, and many other regions of Russia. In addition, if favorites here, “the Council of all the earth" was created and worked successfully such a purely governmental bodies such as the Embassy, and Bit of the local orders.

the Chapel of our lady of Kazan Yaroslavl photo

Before the liberation of Moscow in Yaroslavl was a lot of work to restore order in large parts of the country and to eliminate bandit gangs, many of which were bred at a difficult time and terrorize the population. This helped to some extent to stabilize the situation and create conditions for the revival of economic activity. In memory of these glorious pages of our past was built a chapel of the Kazan mother of God (Yaroslavl), the address of which knows today every citizen.

The opening of the monument

In August 1997, when the whole country celebrated the three hundred and eighty-fifth anniversary of the establishment of the militia, on the banks of the river Kotorosl, near the place where the Holy Transfiguration monastery, was inaugurated the chapel of our lady of Kazan (Yaroslavl). Photo of this unique building is presented.

From the first days of the chapel was included in some of the most prominent and beloved citizens attractions. According to tradition, near it are photographed the couple on such a joyous day, and numerous tourists throw coins, trying to get the bell – they say it brings happiness.

the Chapel of our lady of Kazan Yaroslavl address

Icon, patron of the militia

Frequently asked question: why in honor of the Kazan icon was consecrated in the chapel? The answer lies in the events of four hundred years ago. It is known that this Holy image prayed militias before to continue their March on Moscow, all the days which the Holy mother of God was invisibly present among them. Therefore, in the Yaroslavl and it was erected the chapel of our lady of Kazan.

The author of the project of the chapel became the Yaroslavl architect G. L. Daynow. His creative Studio won the national contest, and led by him, the company carried out the construction of the building. According to the author, the chapel was given light and sublime contours that make it seem floating in the air. White surface walls and simple shapes create a unique architectural image.

The Chapel became a place of national unity

Today, the chapel of our lady of Kazan in Yaroslavl (the address: embankment of the Kotorosl, 27) is not only a monument of the past andone of the best works of modern Orthodox architecture – it also plays an important role in contemporary life of the city, becoming the venue of public rallies in the Days of national unity and harmony.

the lady of Kazan Chapel in Yaroslavl address

This is its deep symbolic meaning. In difficult times of the time of Troubles the blessed virgin stretched out over Russia your blessed Intercession today for its miraculous image of people gather in search of the path to national unity and harmony, and not accidentally unites them on this day, the chapel of our lady of Kazan.


Article in other languages:

BE: https://www.tostpost.com/be/duho-nae-razv-cce/9631-kapl-ca-mac-bozhay-kazanskay-yarasla-l-pomn-k-gera-chnaga-m-nulaga.html

DE: https://www.tostpost.com/de/die-geistige-entwicklung/9629-die-kapelle-der-gottesmutter-yaroslavl-denkmal-f-r-die-heroische-verga.html

ES: https://www.tostpost.com/es/el-desarrollo-espiritual/9637-la-capilla-de-nuestra-se-ora-de-kazan-yaroslavl-monumento-heroico-pasa.html

KK: https://www.tostpost.com/kk/ruhani-damuy/9633-azan-dayana-sh-rkeu-yaroslavl-eskertk-sh-erl-kke-toly-tken-ne.html

PL: https://www.tostpost.com/pl/rozw-j-duchowy/9635-kaplica-kaza-skiej-matki-bo-ej-grudzi-dz-pomnik-heroicznej-przesz-o-ci.html

PT: https://www.tostpost.com/pt/desenvolvimento-espiritual/9631-a-capela-de-nossa-senhora-de-kazan-sia-o-monumento-geroicheskomu-passa.html

TR: https://www.tostpost.com/tr/ruhsal-geli-im/9637-apeli-kazan-our-lady-yaroslavl-kahraman-an-t-ge-mi-e.html

UK: https://www.tostpost.com/uk/duhovniy-rozvitok/9635-kaplicya-kazans-ko-bogomater-yaroslavl-pam-yatnik-gero-chnomu-minulomu.html






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