Anykščiai St. Matthew Parish at the Beginning of 17th – 18th c. Cover Image

Anykščių Šv. Mato parapija XVII–XVIII a. pradžioje
Anykščiai St. Matthew Parish at the Beginning of 17th – 18th c.

Author(s): Vaida Kamuntavičienė
Subject(s): Christian Theology and Religion, Theology and Religion, 17th Century, 18th Century
Published by: Vytauto Didžiojo Universitetas
Keywords: Anykščiai; Parish of St. Matthew; 17th century;

Summary/Abstract: The article reveals the situation of the parish of St. Matthew in Anykščiai in the 17th century, presents data about the church, describes the altars, the pastoral activities of the clergy, and shows the relations of the population with the parish. One case study gives an insight into the functioning of the Catholic Church in the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. The research is carried out using unpublished documents of Anykščiai parish, such as the visit of 1678 and others, which have not been included in scientific circulation so far.

  • Issue Year: 117/2020
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 4-23
  • Page Count: 20
  • Language: Lithuanian