Николай (Соколов)
1780–1851 (age 71)
Biography
Nicholas (Sokolov) (1780–1851) was an Eastern Orthodox priest who served the spiritual needs of the faithful in Kaluga, a historic city southwest of Moscow. His long ministry spanned from the late 18th century through the mid-19th century, encompassing the Napoleonic Wars, the conservative reign of Nicholas I, and the spiritual challenges of the modern era.
As a priest in Kaluga, Father Nicholas participated in the Church's central role in Russian spiritual and social life. His decades of service reflect the dedication of Orthodox clergy who maintained the faith and provided pastoral care to their communities during a transformative period in Russian history.