Question by Samantha Simsons: How do you address the priests in Russian Orthodox? what do you call the priests in the Russian Orthodox? do you address them like "father" or "your holiness". Also, do Russian Orthodox worship Mother Mary? Do they … [Read more...] about How to address the priests in Russian Orthodox church?
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Could I be related to the Romanovs?
Question by SocalPilot7: Could I be distantly related to the Romanovs? Could I be related to like Tsarina Alexandra? My grandma is 100% German. I am 25%. I also have English in me. Where are some places I can get a genealogy search done? Like a good … [Read more...] about Could I be related to the Romanovs?
Why were USSR and China rivals during the Cold War?
Question by Tim: Why were China and USSR rivals during the Cold War? Since both China and USSR were both communist why did they distrust each other so much. For example during the Afghan War as well as the constant Chinese criticisms towards USSR. … [Read more...] about Why were USSR and China rivals during the Cold War?
When and how should we travel to Moscow and St. Petersburg?
Question by Jim: When and How to Travel to Moscow and St. Petersburg? My wife and I would like to visit Moscow and St. Petersburg. I have been on the net looking at travel deals, hotel rates, etc. I would like to know: What is the best and most … [Read more...] about When and how should we travel to Moscow and St. Petersburg?
Why did Joseph Stalin hate Leon Trotsky?
Question by Hello: Why did Joseph Stalin hate Trotsky? also why did he execute his supporters from the Bolsheviks in the trial of Twenty-one? Answers and Views: Answer by SarrafzedehkhoeeEveryone hates the trotskies! Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha … [Read more...] about Why did Joseph Stalin hate Leon Trotsky?
What is your classical music suggestion?
Question by wm: Classical Music suggestion? I have recently fallen in love with russian classical music. When I compare the work of men like Shostakovich, Tchaikovsky and Sergei Taneyev with that of, say, Mozart, the russian music just seems so much … [Read more...] about What is your classical music suggestion?
Does anyone miss the Soviet Union – USSR?
Question by Dennis M: Anyone miss USSR Soviet Union? I am a journalist looking to interview anyone who has fond memories of living in the Soviet Union? Thanks. Answers and Views: Answer by zorro1701eI never lived there, but i do have fond memories. … [Read more...] about Does anyone miss the Soviet Union – USSR?
How do the Russians feel about the Romanov family?
Question by Lady L: How do the Russians currently feel about the Romanov family? And were the Romanovs to blame for all that was happening to the people of Russia at the time? Did they mean to let many peasants starve and die? Early answers: Answer … [Read more...] about How do the Russians feel about the Romanov family?
What is your opinion about the Russian Cuisine?
Question by Hibou: What do u know ab Russian Cuisine? Have u ever been to any russian Restaurant? What do u like/dislike regarding this cuisine? What have u eaten before or would like to try once? I know enough, as i'm Russian :)) Early … [Read more...] about What is your opinion about the Russian Cuisine?
What If there was a legit heir to the Russian throne?
Question by mary: If their was a ligit heir to thr Russian throne? if someone claimed and was proven ligitimte to be a desendent of one of the Grand Duchess Irina Alexandrovna [ the neice of Tzar Nickolas ] want would happen? If by the old Imperil … [Read more...] about What If there was a legit heir to the Russian throne?