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President Vladimir Putin visited the city of Sarov in the Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, where he took part in the celebration of the 100th anniversary of the canonisation of St. Serafim Sarovsky

July 31, 2003

This celebration was possible thanks to the revival of spiritual freedom in Russia.

In Russia, high value is placed on the contribution of all religions in the country towards strengthening the Russian state, providing harmony between the peoples of multi-ethnic Russia, and in strengthening the moral foundations of life.

The President heartily congratulated everyone on this major celebration for Orthodox Christians and the Orthodox world.

July 31, 2003