The year 988 marks a significant event in Russian history. Vladimir Syvatoslavich, Prince of Kiev, chose Orthodoxy over Islam, Judaism and Catholicism. It was introduced by the Byzantines to the Rus’. Christianity was already practiced in Russia long before Vladimir’s decision until he dismissed the Catholics, as he thought he should find a religion that was more suitable for his cultural needs. Vladimir introduced Orthodox Christianity to the Rus’ which helped improve writing, literature, art, architecture and other areas in
