Elder Lavrentiy of Chernigov

1868 – 1950 · Ukraine orthodox · Monk, Elder, Saint

Canonized

Ukrainian Orthodox elder and abbot of the Chernihiv monastery. Canonized as a saint of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church. He prophesied during World War II and under Soviet rule, accurately predicting the fall of communism, the reopening of churches, and future suffering for Ukraine. His prophecies about a coming great war and the renewal of Orthodoxy are widely cited in Orthodox prophetic tradition.

Russia Will Repent and Communism Will Fall

1945 AD — Chernihiv, Ukraine

Fulfilled

Russia will repent. Communism will fall. The churches will reopen and the bells will ring again. But the conversion will not come immediately — it will require time and much suffering. The Russian people will return to God through tears.

Ukraine Will Suffer a Great War

1945 AD — Chernihiv, Ukraine

Partial

Ukraine will pass through great suffering. There will be war on her soil. Brother will fight against brother. Much blood will be shed. But God will not abandon Ukraine — she will endure and emerge from this trial with her faith strengthened.

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A Great War Will Come Suddenly

1948 AD — Chernihiv, Ukraine

Pending

A great war is coming. It will begin quickly and unexpectedly. Many nations will be drawn in. But it will not last long because God will intervene. Those who pray will be protected. Those who have abandoned God will suffer the most.

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The Renewal of Orthodox Faith

1948 AD — Chernihiv, Ukraine

Pending

After the great suffering, the Orthodox faith will flourish as never before. Churches will be full. Young people will return to the faith with fervor. Monasteries will be rebuilt. It will be a new springtime for Orthodoxy.

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Elder Lavrentiy of Chernigov

Prophecies & Visions (4)