The Russian Orthodox Church’s Synodal Commission for Canonization criticized the book for including "folk myths," occult-sounding elements, and "magical" interpretations of Matrona's actions. 🕊️ Historical Significance
First released in 1993, this book was the first unofficial biography of Matrona. skachat knigu zinaidy zhdanovoi
Zhdanova's accounts were instrumental in keeping Matrona’s memory alive during the Soviet era. Her family provided a safe haven for the saint, and her writings documented many of the specific miracles later investigated for canonization. Her family provided a safe haven for the
Сказание о житии блаженной старицы Матроны - OZON The saint lived in the Zhdanov family home
Zinaida Vladimirovna Zhdanova (1917–2007) was a close companion of St. Matrona. The saint lived in the Zhdanov family home on Arbat Street from 1941 to 1949.
It contains Zhdanova's personal recollections, stories of miracles, and spiritual advice attributed to the saint.
While the Church eventually used a more strictly vetted version of Matrona's "Life" ( Zhitie ), Zhdanova's book remains the most popular source for personal, intimate anecdotes about the saint's daily life. ⬇️ How to Find and Download