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It all started in the 19th century, when the Russian Synodal Bible (which was published in 1876) became the go-to translation for Russian-speaking Christians. This Bible was a huge step forward
it was the first standardized version of the Bible in Russian that people could actually understand.
It was widely distributed in churches, homes, and monasteries, and it became the main Bible for generations of Russian Christians.
But here’s the thing: most people didn’t have personal copies of the Bible. It wasn’t like today where everyone has access to their own Bible on their phones or computers. Bibles were expensive, and for the most part, they were kept in churches. So, many people had to travel long distances to attend church services or listen to the Scriptures being read aloud by the priest.
For a long time, the offline Bible experience in Russia was about hearing God’s Word through the voice of a priest or a community gathering.
For those who were lucky enough to own a Bible, it became a precious family heirloom that was passed down from generation to generation.
Now, let’s fast forward to the 20th century, a time of major turmoil in Russia.
The Russian Revolution and the rise of the Soviet Union brought drastic changes to religious life.
The government imposed heavy restrictions on religious practices. Churches were closed, Bibles were banned, and it became a dangerous thing to even own a Russian Bible.