Joseph Volotsky

prominent theologian of the Russian Orthodox Church

1439 CE to 1515 CE

Joseph Volotsky — also known as Joseph of Volotsk or Joseph of Volokolamsk (1439 or 1440 – September 9, 1515) — is a prominent theologian of the Russian Orthodox Church who leads the party defending monastic landownership.

He is a saint (as is his most prominent opponent, Nil Sorsky); his memory is celebrated on September 9 and October 18 (dates in the Julian Calendar).

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