Accusations Against Monk Avvakoum for False Miracles at the Monastery of Saint Avvakoum
September 5, 2024
Monk Avvakoum from the Monastery of Saint Avvakoum faces the penalty of defrocking due to accusations of deceiving faithful with false miracles. The charges include illegally pouring myrrh into a cross to make it appear as if it heals ailments. Although he initially confessed to his actions, he later retracted his confession. The case has multiple dimensions, including financial ties to Metropolitan Isaiah of Tamassos.