The Cult of Saint John of Rila In the Hagiography of Tarnovo
Authors:
Venelin
Grudkov
“St. Cyril and St. Methodius” University of Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria
Pages:
13-
27
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54664/NUDQ6493
Abstract:
The research focuses on the main texts of the Old Bulgarian hagiographical cycle about Saint John of Rila. Text analysis of the post-biographical parts leads to the conclusion that the relics of the Rila saint extremely actualize their impact in historical periods that are dramatic for the ethnic destiny.
Keywords:
religious cult, hagiographical texts, ethnos.
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